Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department (RD&PRD) UT Ladakh organised an awareness program under Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen Phase-II at Trespone A and B on August 21.

Locals were aware of the importance of cleanliness, waste disposal, segregation, solid waste management, etc.

Speaking on the occasion the officials said cleanliness is the responsibility of all stakeholders and under Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen's 2nd phase, the department is trying to ensure proper cleanliness and the least usage of plastic.

While informing about the activities of the department, the DPO said that efforts are being made for effective solid and liquid waste management in the district. She stressed that people should lead the movement of Swachh Bharat Mission and be an example for others in the proper management of solid waste.

The DPO gave awareness about solid waste management and appealed to people to maintain cleanliness around their surroundings. She also informed the public about various interventions in achieving the goals of Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen phase-II.

Sarpanch Panchayat Halqa Goma Minji Naqvi Ali also shared his experiences about the overall status of the cleanliness measures and solid waste management. He also taught people how to make cleanliness and solid waste management successful.

He appealed to people to cooperate with the RD&PRD and the local authorities in order to ensure proper cleanliness and waste management in the area.

Later, the PRI members and locals of the area thanked the RD&PRD for organizing the program in the area and assured full cooperation with the department.