Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has congratulated the residents of Sri Anandpur Sahib after the holy city secured the number one position nationally in the cleanest city category for urban areas with a population of fewer than 20,000. The recognition has brought pride to Punjab and highlighted the city’s cleanliness efforts.
Anandpur Sahib Ranked India’s Cleanest City in Under-20,000 Population Category
Calling the achievement a matter of honour for the entire state, Mann extended his congratulations to the people of Anandpur Sahib, the local administration and sanitation workers. He acknowledged their collective contribution in helping the city earn the national recognition.
The Chief Minister said the achievement demonstrated the importance of cooperation between citizens, civic authorities and sanitation personnel in maintaining clean surroundings. He emphasised that cleanliness should not be treated merely as an administrative responsibility but as a shared commitment involving every resident.
Anandpur Sahib holds special religious and historical significance in Punjab
Anandpur Sahib holds special religious and historical significance in Punjab and attracts devotees and visitors throughout the year. Maintaining cleanliness in a city that receives pilgrims and tourists requires sustained attention to public spaces and civic facilities. The latest recognition adds to the city’s profile and underlines the contribution of those involved in keeping it clean.
Mann also urged people to take responsibility for their immediate surroundings and work together to maintain the cleanliness of their neighbourhoods. He said collective participation was essential to preserving the city’s achievement and extending similar efforts across Punjab.
The Chief Minister linked the recognition to the broader vision of building a ‘Rangla Punjab’, calling for continued public participation in creating cleaner and better-maintained urban spaces.
