As part of Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, a Swachh Bharat Abhiyan was organized in Udupi under the joint auspices of Badagabettu Credit Co-operative Society Ltd., Udupi, Karnataka State Co-operative Federation Ltd., Bengaluru, Udupi District Co-operative Union Ltd., Udupi, and the Bharat Scouts and Guides, Karnataka State District Association, Udupi.
The programme commenced with the offering of floral tributes to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi near the Clock Tower in Udupi and the lighting of a ceremonial lamp. The event was inaugurated by Shri B. Jayakara Shetty Indrali, President of Udupi District Co-operative Union Ltd., Udupi, President of Badagabettu Credit Co-operative Society Ltd., Udupi, and District Chief Commissioner of Bharat Scouts and Guides, Udupi.
Speaking on the occasion, he said, “The values of cleanliness, truth, non-violence, and service advocated by Mahatma Gandhi remain relevant even today. Maintaining a clean environment is the responsibility of every citizen. The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan should not be viewed merely as a one-day programme but should become a way of life. By following Gandhiji’s ideals, it is possible to bring about meaningful positive change in society.”
Later, staff members of Badagabettu Credit Co-operative Society Ltd., employees of the Udupi District Co-operative Union, and students of the Bharat Scouts and Guides actively participated in cleanliness activities as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and created awareness about environmental cleanliness.
Among those present on the occasion were Smt. V. Ellamma, Block Education Officer, Department of Public Instruction, Udupi District; Smt. Anusha Kotyan, Chief Executive Officer, Udupi District Co-operative Union Ltd., Udupi; Shri Divakara Sunil, Vice President, Tulukoota (R.), Udupi; Smt. Sumana Shekhar, State Assistant Organising Commissioner, Bharat Scouts and Guides, Udupi and Shivamogga Districts, Gananath Ekkar, Senior Litterateur along with several other dignitaries.