Today, 11 November 2026 in New Delhi, President Draupadi Murmu handed out the Swachh Survey 2025‑26 awards. The ceremony, organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, honoured several urban bodies
In his address, the President said cleanliness is not only the beauty of public places but also a reflection of health, social sensitivity and administrative accountability. He stressed the need for participation by citizens, especially youth, women and community organisations
The President noted that citizen feedback should not be limited to rankings but used as a tool to improve municipal services. He highlighted the need to develop cleanliness‑related technologies, the role of start‑ups and to strengthen the capacities of tier‑2 and tier‑3 cities
Key award recipients
According to Prabhashakti, the National Capital Region Development Corporation (NDMC) secured second place in the 50 000‑3 lakh population category and was honoured by the President. NDMC’s Chairman Manoj Kumar Dwivedi and Vice‑Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal accepted the award
According to Dainik Bhaskar, Karnal in Haryana won first place in the state and the President honoured Mayor Renu Bala Gupta and the Municipal Commissioner. Karnal’s achievement was credited to the entire municipal team and citizen cooperation
- The Swachh Survey Awards 2025‑26 were organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- The President emphasised citizen participation, technological innovation and development of tier‑2 and tier‑3 cities in cleanliness
- NDMC secured second place; Karnal won first place in Haryana