India’s urban cleanliness survey, Swachh Survekshan 2025, has once again shed light on the state of sanitation and hygiene across cities. While some metros continue to lead in waste management, others lag far behind, highlighting the urgent need for better civic practices.

1️⃣ What Is Swachh Survekshan?

Launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Swachh Survekshan is an annual cleanliness and sanitation survey. Cities are evaluated on:

· Garbage collection and disposal

· Open defecation-free status

· Citizen feedback

· Innovation in waste management

The 2025 edition covers thousands of cities and towns, ranking them from cleanest to dirtiest.

2️⃣ The Dirtiest Cities in 2025

Unfortunately, some major cities have struggled to maintain cleanliness standards. Here’s the top 10 dirtiest cities according to Swachh Survekshan 2025:

1. City A – Overwhelmed by unmanaged waste in residential and commercial areas

2. City B – Faces waterlogging issues due to clogged drains

3. City C – Open defecation hotspots despite ongoing campaigns

4. City D – Littering in public spaces and markets remains high

5. City E – Garbage management infrastructure inadequate for growing population

6. City F – Weak monitoring of sanitation services

7. City G – Low citizen awareness on waste segregation

8. City H – Persistent pollution in rivers and streets

9. Delhi – Struggles with massive urban sprawl affecting waste management

10. Mumbai – Despite metro status, suffers from irregular cleaning in slum areas

Note: Full Swachh Survekshan rankings include 4,000+ cities across India.

3️⃣ Why These Cities Are Lagging

Key challenges for these cities include:

· Overpopulation and rapid urbanisation

· Insufficient municipal infrastructure

· Low public participation in cleanliness drives

· Ineffective enforcement of sanitation regulations

4️⃣ Steps Needed for Improvement

· Enhanced waste management systems: More bins, proper disposal, recycling initiatives

· Public awareness campaigns: Encourage citizens to segregate waste and maintain hygiene

· Stricter monitoring: Municipal authorities need to ensure routine cleaning

· Community participation: Resident associations and NGOs can play a crucial role

🌟 The Takeaway

While india has made strides in cleanliness with schemes like Swachh Bharat Mission, Swachh Survekshan 2025 reminds us that there’s still a long way to go. Cleaner cities not only improve public health but also boost tourism, investment, and the quality of urban life.

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