<h1>Nationwide Swachh Bharat mass cleanup mobilizes five crore citizens, clears 700,000 CTUs and 300,000 public spaces</h1> Central government ministries jointly conducted a nationwide cleanliness campaign under the national Swachh Bharat programme, organizing voluntary labour drives led by ministers and local bodies, panchayats, NGOs, self-help groups and citizens. The initiative targeted cleanliness target units, garbage-vulnerable points and public spaces, claiming participation of over five crore citizens and cleanup of nearly 700,000 CTUs and 300,000 public spaces. Activities included coastal and urban cleanups, plastic-waste collection, student and community drives, and promotion of zero-waste, plastic-free practices during festivals. The campaign emphasizes sustained community participation and institutional coordination across departments and local authorities.