Date :4/29/2026
Press Release on 29th April 2026MC Kickstarts Swachh Survekshan 2025-26 with Major Fleet Expansion and New Citizen Feedback Initiatives
Jammu Municipal Corporation took decisive steps towards a cleaner and healthier Jammu today with the official launch of Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, Swachhta Jingle and flagging off the fleet of new garbage collection vehicles and revamping of the Garbage hotspot Challenge initiative and enhancing the Citizen Feedback system in an event held at Town Hall, Jammu in the presence of MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi, and MLA Bahu, Vikram Randhawa, Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation Dr. Devansh Yadav and other officers of JMC.
Joint Commissioner (H&S), JMC Abdul Star, welcomed the dignitaries followed by ceremonial flag-off of 16 no. of garbage collection vehicles comprising of 10 No. of door-to-door (D2D) e-waste collection vehicles provided by HDFC Bank under the Parivartan Pariyojna in its CSR initiative, with a significant contribution of ₹1 crore toward the city’s sanitation infrastructure. The remaining 06 more no. of vehicles (03 tippers & 03 auto-tippers) approximating to an amount of ₹89 lacs have been procured by Jammu Municipal Corporation.
The Garbage Hotspot Challenge, an initiative of Jammu Municipal Corporation wherein quick reaction teams has been established to dispose off the complaints regarding waste within 24 hours of lodging on MyJammu Portal & helpline No. The Corporation officially launched the Citizen Feedback System today as a part of Swachh Survekshan 2025-2026. This platform gives residents a direct way to share their views on the quality of municipal services and the overall cleanliness of the city. Through this system, people can express whether they are satisfied with daily waste collection, the maintenance and cleanliness of public and community toilets, and the efficiency of dustbin lifting in their neighbourhoods. It serves as a vital tool for the public to report on whether they find the city’s facilities clean and accessible, making every citizen an active auditor of the city's progress.
An official Swachhata Awareness jingle in Dogri language written & designed by renowned Padma Awardee, Shri Balwant Thakur, was launched in the event. The lyrics of the song connect deeply with the cultural roots of Jammu, ensuring the message of a "Swachh City" resonating in every household through the local mother tongue. In order to integrate social welfare with civic duty, the event also featured a solemn “Nasha Mukt Bharat” pledge by the participants.
MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi, and MLA Bahu, Vikram Randhawa addressed general public, media & officials of JMC appreciating their continuous efforts in improving the Swachh Shehar ranking of Jammu Municipal Corporation to 42 in the last Sarvekshan. They also assured continuous support of general public & civic bodies to Jammu Municipal Corporation for improving the city cleanliness.
Commissioner, JMC highlighted the significance of the Swachh Survekshan and emphasized upon the participation of the citizens and all stakeholders for taking measures in the ranking of the city this year. He noted that the feedback system and the hotspot challenge are specifically designed to make sanitation a collective responsibility rather than just a Municipal task. He also shared his insights on the roadmap of Swachh Survekshan 2025-2026, its challenges & strategies.
The Jammu Municipal Corporation ensures that these initiatives are part of a broader vision to transform the city into a model of sustainability and social health. By integrating better technology with corporate partnerships, local cultural outreach, and a commitment to a drug-free society, JMC aims to secure a leading position in the national cleanliness rankings while providing a healthier living environment for all residents.