Interactive Session with Municipal Commissioner and Social Internship Program under Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) 2.0

Sunday, January 19, 2025

The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) organized an interactive session under the Social Internship Program of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Urban 2.0 at Delhi Public School (DPS), Jammu. The event witnessed the active participation of students, aiming to empower the youth as ambassadors of cleanliness and sustainable practices.

The session was graced by the presence of Mr. Devansh Yadav, IAS, Municipal Commissioner, Jammu, along with Sh. Abdul Satar, Joint Commissioner (Health and Sanitation), JMC, and Dr. Divya Sharma, Incharge IEC (Information, Education, and Communication), JMC.

Delivering the keynote address, Mr. Devansh Yadav highlighted the Social Internship Program as a unique initiative designed to actively engage students in fostering sustainable awareness and behavioral change in promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation. He emphasized the pivotal role of students in adopting and spreading sustainable sanitation practices within their communities. Mr. Yadav further informed the gathering about various upcoming JMC projects, including biogas plants and community-driven initiatives, offering students field visit opportunities and hands-on experiences. He urged schools to integrate such programs into their curriculum, making youth the driving force behind achieving SBM Urban 2.0’s objectives.

Sh. Abdul Satar shared insights into JMC’s health and sanitation initiatives and reiterated the corporation’s commitment to ensuring a cleaner and greener Jammu. He commended the students for their enthusiasm and encouraged them to continue inspiring their peers and communities to adopt eco-friendly practices.

The event featured a creative skit and a PowerPoint presentation by the student interns, showcasing their activities and learnings under the Social Internship Program. Their performances highlighted the importance of cleanliness, waste management, and community involvement in achieving the goals of SBM 2.0.

Earlier, the dignitaries were accorded a warm welcome with potted plants and handmade paintings by the students. Ms. Ruchi Chabra, Principal, DPS Jammu, delivered the welcome address, emphasizing the importance of instilling cleanliness values in students to nurture them as responsible citizens. Ms. Meenu Gupta, Vice Principal, proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, students, and staff for making the event a success.

The distinguished management , DPS Jammu - Hon’ble President RCT , M.K. Ajatshatru Singh, Hon’ble PVC DPS Jammu , Kunwrani Dr Ritu Singh,Hon’ble Director DPS Jammu , Sh.S.S.Sodhi lauded the JMC team for their efforts under SBM Urban 2.0 and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to contributing to community welfare and national missions.

The program concluded with the National Anthem, leaving a lasting impression on the attendees about their collective responsibility in creating a sustainable future.