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SWACHHA ANDHRA-SWARNA ANDHRA

Swachha Andhra is an initiative by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to promote cleanliness, sustainability, and health across the state. The program involves all departments, local authorities, and the public, focusing on waste management, environmental conservation, and public health.

The Swachh Andhra Corporation was established in 2015 as the nodal agency to implement the mission objectives. The corporation has collaborated with international organizations and engineering companies to effectively implement the mission across the state.

Some of the key initiatives under Swachha Andhra include:

- Swachh Andhra Mission: Launched in 2015 to fulfill Mahatma Gandhi's vision of 'Swachh Bharat' by eliminating open defecation, eradicating manual scavenging, and solid cum liquid waste management activities .
- State Sanitation Strategy: Developed to proactively and systematically implement the mission across all urban local bodies .
- Faecal Sludge and Septage Management (FSSM): Identified as a viable approach to address urban sanitation challenges .
- Swachh Andhra Mobile App: Launched to track activity status and respond promptly.

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has designated the third Saturday of every month as "Swachh Andhra" day to promote cleanliness and sustainability .

Objectives of “Swachh Andhra”

  • Empowered Citizens – Cleanest State in the Country
  • Cleaner, Greener, Healthier & Wealthier State of Andhra Pradesh
  •  Improve Livability Index
  •  Foster Circular Economy
  •  Boost Tourism
  •  Attract Investments
  •  Aids in reaching Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) milestones
  •  Reduce Emissions and achieving the state’s Net-Zero targets

Overarching Goals of “Swachh Andhra”

  • Promoting cleanliness, personal & community hygiene
  • Ensuring sanitation
  • Improving solid waste management
  • Fosters environmental conservation and sustainability
  • Protecting Public Health
  • Align with national priorities such as the Swachh Bharat Mission and other relevant frameworks to improve local, state level and national level rankings.

 

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