Citizens, traders pedal for cleaner Chandigarh

The Municipal Corporation (MC), in collaboration with the Chandigarh Beopar Mandal (CBM), organised a Cyclothon at Sector 17 Plaza under the ongoing ‘Swachhotsav’ and ‘Swachhata Hi Seva Pakhwada’ initiative.

Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla flagged off the Cyclothon. She was joined by Sanjiv Chadha, President, Chandigarh Beopar Mandal, and CBM office-bearers. Local shopkeepers, MC officers, safai mitras and hundreds of citizens pedaled in support of a garbage-free Chandigarh.

The zero-waste event was aimed at raising awareness about market cleanliness and encouraging active participation from both traders and residents in maintaining hygiene.

The Mayor emphasised the crucial role of public cooperation in ensuring sustainable cleanliness. She said the MC alone cannot keep the city clean. The support of local shopkeepers and residents is vital. Segregating waste at the source is the first step toward a cleaner Chandigarh, she added.

The Cyclothon served not only as a fitness activity, but also as a reminder that cleanliness is a shared responsibility. Participants carried placards promoting waste segregation and zero littering, reflecting the community’s dedication to a greener, cleaner future.