SRMIST Leads Maraimalai Nagar Lake Cleanliness Drive under Swachhata Hi Seva 2025

 SRMIST Leads Maraimalai Nagar Lake Cleanliness Drive under Swachhata Hi Seva 2025

Maraimalai Nagar, 15th October 2025: As part of the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS 2025) and Special Campaign 5.0, SRM Institute of Science and Technology organized a Lake Cleanliness Drive at Maraimalai Nagar, focusing on clearing bushes and shrubs in the designated area as preparatory work for beautification. The initiative was spearheaded by the SRM Green Club and Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) in collaboration with the Directorate of Student Affairs and the Maraimalai Nagar Municipality.
The event was inaugurated with great enthusiasm by the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Commissioner of Maraimalai Nagar Municipality. The program also witnessed active participation from the Health Officer and Sanitary Inspector, who guided the cleanliness operations.
From the university side, the initiative saw involvement from ADCL, Deputy Director – Student Affairs, SHS Nodal Officer, faculty members, staff, and students across various streams, demonstrating a strong collaborative effort in environmental stewardship. Participants actively engaged in clearing the bushes and shrubs around the lake, promoting awareness of sustainable waste management and environmental cleanliness.
The drive aimed not only at enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the water body but also at instilling a sense of civic responsibility and environmental consciousness among students. The event successfully highlighted the synergy between academic institutions and local municipal authorities in advancing the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities).
SRMIST continues to take a proactive role in promoting environmental sustainability and community engagement through initiatives like the Maraimalai Nagar Lake Cleanliness Drive.

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