Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 (स्वच्छोत्सव) at ICAR-DOGR, Pune
The ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research, Pune actively participated in the Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 (स्वच्छोत्सव) from 17th Sept to 2nd Oct 2025 including Swachh Bharat Diwas on 2nd Oct 2025 as per instructions of ICAR, New Delhi and organized a series of impactful activities during this schedule with the motive of Swachh Bharat Mission. The campaign was inaugurated with the Swachhta pledge by Dr. V Mahajan, Director, ICAR-DOGR Pune along with the Scientific, technical, administrative and contractual staff (RA/SRF/JRF/YPs). During this schedule, the institute undertook various cleanliness drives, including cleaning of water storage areas, difficult spots and high-footfall zones across the Rajgurunagar and Kalus farm. Cultural and creative initiatives, such as poetry, debate, quiz competitions, sanitation art parks and community selfie points were also organized spreading the message of cleanliness and safety. A Swachhata Samwad was also held with active participation of scientific, technical staff and scholars, while health check-ups for workers and staff linked the campaign with welfare and preventive health schemes. On 26th Sept, an outreach program for Safai Mitras was conducted by the Chief guest, Dr. Anuradha Upadhyay, Pr. Scientist (Biotechnology), ICAR-NRC for Grapes, highlighted flagship health schemes like Ayushman Bharat, Mission Indradhanush during the program. The Director Dr. Mahajan inspired participants to practice cleanliness both at home and workplace, while Dr. A.J. Gupta, Nodal Officer (SBA) led Shramdan initiatives with active staff participation, The cultural celebration of Bhondla of Maharashtra was conducted for integrated local traditions with the spirit of Swachhta campaign. The institute community also joined the nation-wide Shramdan, reaffirming their dedication to cleanliness in both institute and community. Further activities from 28th September included structured cleaning programs at sanitation parks and village selfie points, and an awareness drive on safe field practices through PPE kit demonstrations by Dr. A.J. Gupta. An orientation session was also organized to facilitate the registration of sanitation workers and their families under social welfare schemes like Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). A special cleanliness drive was conducted at Jakhmata Temple, engaging religious leaders and institute staff in spreading awareness. On 2nd October, Swachh Bharat Diwas was observed with a closing ceremony where dignitaries including Dr. Ram Dutta I/c Director, Dr. A.J. Gupta, Pr. Scientist (Hort.) & Nodal Officer (SBA) and Dr. Satish Kumar, Sr. Scientist felicitated the function and distributed certificates to winners of various competitions conducted. This Swachhta campaign at ICAR-DOGR, marked by enthusiastic participation and innovative initiatives, reflected the institute’s commitment to the vision of a cleaner, healthier and more responsible India.
ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research Rajgurunagar-410 505, Pune (MS)
To,
The Director
ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research
Rajgurunagar, Pune-410 505
Subject: News on Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 (स्वच्छोत्सव) at ICAR-DOGR, Pune for upload on ICAR-DOGR website as well as publication in DOGR News (Jul-Dec 2025)
Sir,
I enclosed herewith news regarding “Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 (स्वच्छोत्सव) at ICAR-DOGR, Pune” under Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2025 (स्वच्छोत्सव) from 17th Sept to 2nd Oct 2025 including Swachh Bharat Diwas on 2nd Oct 2025 as per instructions of ICAR, New Delhi for its publication in DOGR News (Jul-Dec 2025) and upload on DOGR website.
Thanking you
Yours faithfully
(Amar Jeet Gupta)
Pr. Scientist (Hort.)/
Nodal Officer (SBA)