Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, October 28, 2026:- Additional Deputy Commissioner (Urban Development) Anmol Singh Dhaliwal held a meeting with all Executive Officers, Chief Sanitary Inspectors and Sanitary Inspectors to review sanitation arrangements and ensure proper cleanliness in cities in view of the festive season.
During the meeting, he directed the officials to launch a special cleanliness drive until November 10, 2026, and ensure adequate sanitation arrangements in all city wards, markets and religious places.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner said that, in view of the increased movement of people during festivals, regular cleaning should be carried out on the main roads, in markets, at public places and in crowded areas of cities. He instructed the officials to ensure timely collection and proper disposal of waste so that garbage heaps do not accumulate anywhere and people do not face any inconvenience.
He said that special cleanliness drives should be conducted in markets and on main roads, with sanitation workers deployed as required. Wherever possible, cleaning should be carried out after 11 p.m. or before 5 a.m. to avoid disrupting traffic and people's daily activities.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner instructed officials to pay special attention to cleaning drains and the drainage system, ensuring smooth water flow. He also directed them to regularly monitor sanitation arrangements and promptly resolve complaints received from the public regarding cleanliness.
He further directed the officials to ensure adequate fire-safety arrangements near firecracker shops and sale points approved by the district administration. Fire brigade facilities, sand, water and other necessary safety equipment should be available at these locations, and all essential precautions must be taken in accordance with the guidelines issued by the concerned departments.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner directed all officials to ensure strict compliance with these instructions so that, along with proper cleanliness arrangements, people can be provided with a clean, healthy and pleasant environment in cities during the festive season.
