PUNE: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Education, Government of India, joined forces to observe the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign. Based on this initiative, The Lexicon Schools, Pune conducted an event that saw active participation from students, teachers, and the community, united in their mission to promote cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene throughout society. The campaign focused on “Shramdaan”, emphasizing community participation as a “Jan Andolan.
“The initiative, aptly named “Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta” Swachhata Hi Seva’, took place on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Green Sunrise Hill, Wagholi-Bakori Road, Radheshwari Nagar, Wagholi Pune. Participants gathered at the Radheshwari Tukaram Maharaj Statue at 9:45 a.m. to kick off the day’s activities.
Mr. Pankaj Sharma, President of The Lexicon Group of Institutes and Chairman & MD of Pune Mirror, Civic Mirror & MultiFit, commented on the significance of the event, saying, “The ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign embodies the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi’s vision for a clean and hygienic India. It is heartening to see the active involvement of students, teachers, parents, and the community in this noble endeavor. Cleanliness is not just a duty; it’s a way of life, and initiatives like these reinforce that message. I extend my deepest gratitude to all the members for showing up and lending their hands in creating a cleaner tomorrow.
“The event started with a small pledge where the students, teachers, staff members, and parents pledged their support in keeping the surroundings and environment clean. Here, Mr. Hanumant Deshmukh, Educator, Coach, and Career Counselor, guided the students on how efficiently they can make a difference in society. He led the pledge and started the cleaning drive with complete energy and enthusiasm.Mr. Nasir Shaikh, Group CEO of The Lexicon Group of Institutes, EduCrack & EasyRecruit+, also shared his thoughts on the campaign, stating, “With such active involvement of the students and parents, we aimed to foster a sense of responsibility for our environment and surroundings.
Through ‘Swachhata Hi Seva,’ we aim to instill in the youth the importance of cleanliness and sanitation, creating a cleaner and healthier future for all. We expect the new generation to be sensitive towards our environment and we hope such initiatives help in creating a sustainable tomorrow.”The ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign has been instrumental in promoting cleanliness and hygiene across the nation, with this year’s initiative drawing enthusiastic participation from all corners of society. It serves as a reminder of Mahatma Gandhi’s timeless values and his vision for a clean and prosperous India.
