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Category: Very Small Cities (Population less than 20,000)
Panchgani in Maharashtra ensures cleanliness through efficient waste management and sustainable practices.
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Gujarat's Patan stands out for thoughtfully designed infrastructure, consistent waste management and focus on maintaining public cleanliness.
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Category: Very Small Cities (Population ranging between 20,000 and 50,000)
Vita in Maharashtra is recognised for its clean roads and organised waste management system.
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Saswad in Maharashtra made it to the list due to its effective waste segregation, recycling initiatives and active citizen participation in cleanliness efforts, which played a crucial role in its ranking.
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Category: Medium Cities (Population between 50,000 and 3,00,000)
Chhattisgarh's Ambikapur ensures cleanliness through systematic waste disposal and consistent street sweeping efforts.
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The holy city of Tirupati, home to the iconic Sri Venkateswara Temple, ensures cleanliness through efficient temple waste management and sustainable practices.
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Category: Big Cities (Population between 3,00,000 and 10,00,000)
Uttar Pradesh's Noida has also earned a spot due to its emphasis on waste segregation, recycling and well-kept streets.
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Chandigarh stands out for its cleanliness, driven by systematic waste segregation, composting efforts and active public participation.
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Category: Million Plus Cities (Population over 10,00,000)
For the seventh consecutive year, Indore in Madhya Pradesh has been named India’s cleanest city in the central government’s annual cleanliness survey.
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Navi Mumbai is known for its well-planned infrastructure, efficient waste collection, and commitment to public hygiene.
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The 'Diamond City of India,' Surat, is renowned for its top-notch waste management. The city ensures a systematic garbage collection process and maintains cleanliness through frequent street cleaning and sanitisation.
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New Delhi has demonstrated remarkable improvement in cleanliness, thanks to efforts such as the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
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