Delhi Launches Major Clean-Up Drive for Yamuna River
Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched a significant clean-up campaign for the Yamuna River, engaging thousands of residents across 28 ghats. The initiative aims to address pollution and promote environmental awareness. Gupta highlighted the diverse participation of citizens and the need for regular clean-up efforts. The campaign also focuses on improving waste management strategies tailored to the types of waste found. With plans to upgrade sewage treatment facilities and enhance riverbanks with greenery, the government is committed to making Delhi cleaner. Gupta's appeal for responsible disposal of religious items underscores the importance of community involvement in maintaining the river's sanctity. Join the movement to keep the Yamuna pristine and its ghats clean.
Jun 15, 2026, 16:02 IST
Delhi's Chief Minister Initiates River Clean-Up Campaign
On Monday, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a significant clean-up initiative for the Yamuna River at 28 ghats in the national capital, which saw participation from thousands of residents. The primary goal of this campaign was to clean the river and its surrounding areas. Gupta emphasized the diverse involvement of citizens, noting that individuals of all ages, from children to the elderly, took part in the clean-up effort.
During the clean-up, Gupta reported finding various types of waste, including plastic bags, religious offerings, and broken idols. She highlighted the need for regular clean-up drives to address such issues. The Chief Minister explained that waste management strategies would be tailored based on the types of waste found in riverfront areas, indicating that different approaches would be necessary for different kinds of waste.
Gupta urged citizens to actively participate in keeping the Yamuna clean and to support ongoing environmental initiatives. The Delhi government is working on upgrading sewage treatment plants to improve the river's cleanliness and plans to enhance the riverbanks by planting trees to make Delhi cleaner and greener. She also made a direct appeal regarding the disposal of religious items, stressing the importance of their respectful handling after use.
On Sunday, the Chief Minister personally participated in the campaign, expressing gratitude to volunteers and acknowledging the contributions of over 500 organizations and NGOs involved in the initiative. She participated in a major clean-up event at the Geeta Colony ghat, where thousands gathered to reaffirm their commitment to the shared responsibility of keeping the Yamuna and its ghats clean. Gupta encouraged continued public involvement in this mission to purify the river and maintain its banks.