Kohima, Oct 2: Assam Rifles organised a mass cleanliness drive in Kohima on October 2 on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti under the theme “Swachhata Hi Seva – Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath.”

The initiative brought together members of the D-Block Youth Organisation, Zub Zub NGO, Kohima Municipal Council, educational institutions, NCC cadets, BSF, CRPF and Assam Rifles personnel, highlighting the importance of collective community action for a cleaner environment.
The drive commenced at Children Park, Kohima Garrison, and covered the stretch from Phulbari Chowk to Razhu Point before concluding at Children Park.
Participants worked together to clean public spaces and raise awareness about the importance of maintaining cleanliness in neighbourhoods and public areas. The initiative also encouraged young people and community organisations to take an active role in keeping their surroundings clean.
The participation of local youth organisations, educational institutions, civic authorities and security personnel provided a platform for greater community engagement and cooperation.
The cleanliness campaign also reinforced the message that maintaining clean surroundings is a shared responsibility requiring sustained participation from citizens, institutions and public agencies.
The initiative further strengthened people-to-force connect by bringing security personnel and local communities together in a civic activity.
Assam Rifles continues to undertake community-oriented initiatives aimed at promoting civic responsibility, public participation and stronger bonds with local communities across the region.