RONO HILLS, Oct 22: As part of the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign, Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) organized a series of Shramdaan activities focusing on sanitation, cleanliness, hygiene, and the improvement of sanitation facilities within the University campus.
The initiative reflected the University’s commitment to promoting a clean, healthy, and hygienic environment through community participation and collective responsibility.
Focused on the improvement, cleaning, and maintenance of sanitation facilities at RGU Balvatika and Govt Sec School (RGU campus), the initiative aimed to create a cleaner and safer environment for students, teachers, staff, and other members of the University community while spreading awareness about personal hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sustainable sanitation practices.
The activities were carried out under the supervision and coordination of Dr A Yuvaraj, Asstt Director Physical Education and Programme Coordinator, Swachhata Hi Seva 2026, RGU, in coordination with Likha Talling, Sanitary Officer, RGU, and the concerned school authorities. Volunteers and staff participated in cleaning classrooms, play areas, surrounding premises, and public toilet facilities. Waste materials were collected and disposed of properly to maintain cleanliness and improve hygiene standards.
As part of the initiative, attention was also given to the repair and renovation of damaged toilet facilities, including broken fixtures and other minor maintenance requirements. Efforts were made to improve the usability of sanitation facilities and ensure the availability of basic amenities, including proper water supply, wherever required.
Students were sensitized on the importance of personal hygiene, proper waste disposal, environmental protection, and the responsible use and maintenance of sanitation facilities. The initiative emphasized that cleanliness is not merely a one-time activity but a continuous responsibility that requires the active participation of individuals and institutions.
The collective efforts of the volunteers, school staff, sanitation personnel, and University officials demonstrated the importance of Shramdaan as a practical expression of community service. The initiative also strengthened coordination between the RGU and the educational institutions located on its campus, encouraging a shared commitment to maintaining clean and healthy surroundings.