DDC Rajouri Leads Cleanliness Drive Along Darhali River; Calls for Public Cooperation

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RAJOURI DECM, 23:-In a strong push towards environmental conservation, the District Administration Rajouri, in collaboration with Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), on Tuesday launched a major cleanliness drive along the Darhali River near Abdullah Bridge and Jullah Bridge under the ongoing Mission Clean Rajouri.

District Development Commissioner (DDC) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, led the drive from the front, actively participating in the cleaning operation. His hands-on involvement, including stepping into the Darhali River amid the winter season, sent out a clear message that Mission Clean Rajouri is focused on real action rather than mere symbolism. The DDC also interacted with volunteers and participants, boosting their morale during the campaign.

Addressing media persons and participants, the DDC emphasized that cleanliness is a collective responsibility and appealed to residents, particularly local shopkeepers, to extend full cooperation in maintaining cleanliness across the town. He stressed the importance of segregation of dry and wet waste at the source and urged people to strictly refrain from dumping garbage into drains and water bodies.
Highlighting the need to protect natural resources, the DDC specifically called for safeguarding the Darhali River and other water bodies from pollution. He informed that protective mesh will be installed on both sides of Abdullah Bridge and Jullah Bridge to prevent direct disposal of waste into the river.

The cleanliness drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of civil society, NSS volunteers from BGSBU and PG College Rajouri, youth clubs and students, reflecting strong community support for the initiative. The general public appreciated the District Administration for taking visible and impactful steps towards environmental cleanliness.

The District Administration reiterated that the cleanliness drive along the Darhali River will continue in the coming days, with sustained efforts aimed at ensuring a cleaner, healthier and environmentally responsible Rajouri.

Senior officers including SSP Rajouri Gaurav Sikarwar, ACD Aqil Naveed, DFO Naveed Mughal, Executive Officer Municipality Yousaf-ul-Umar, along with academicians Prof. Parvez Abdullah, Prof. Parvez Alam, Prof. Mohd Hanan from BGSBU, Prof. Khaleeq Ahmed from GDC Rajouri and other district and sectoral officers were also present and actively participated in the drive.