DGFT conducting ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa Campaign’

 

 

IN AN attempt to raise awareness about cleanliness and to encourage the adoption of cleanliness habits in the society, the Directorate General of ForeignTrade (DGFT), Nagpur, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is conducting a comprehensive cleanliness campaign called “Swachhata Hi Sewa Campaign”. The campaign started on September 17 will conclude on October 2.

 

The event was initiated under the guidance of Joint Director General of Foreign Trade, Praveen Kumar, and led by Assistant Director General of Foreign Trade, Snehal Dhokey. DGFT staff participated in cleaning various areas of the city and conducted several activities to emphasize the importance of cleanliness. The initiatives like cleanliness pledge, cleaning of record room and office premises, cleanliness rally and cleaning of Ambazari lake and garden were conducted by the DGFT employees. Employees cleaned these areas and emphasized on the importance of maintaining cleanliness. An essay competition will also be organized at DAV High School, Jaripatka, and Dayanand Upper Primary School in Nagpur. The objective of this competition is to raise awareness about cleanliness among students and encourage them to adopt clean habits. The campaign will conclude on October 2, on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. On this day, DGFT employees will pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and reaffirm their commitment to cleanliness.