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Theni Allinagaram Honored as Tamil Nadu’s Cleanest City
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🗓 13 Nov 2026, 03:38 AM
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The municipal council of Theni Allinagaram has been awarded the Tamil Nadu Cleanest City title after a comprehensive cleanliness drive.
The municipal council of Theni Allinagaram was presented with the Tamil Nadu Cleanest City award during a ceremony held in the town, recognizing its sustained efforts in maintaining public hygiene and waste management.
The award follows a year‑long initiative that introduced waste segregation at source, increased street sweeping frequency, and launched community awareness campaigns on littering and sanitation.
The state government’s Municipal Administration department, which oversees the annual cleanliness competition, cited Allinagaram’s high cleanliness index score and active citizen participation as key factors in the selection.
Officials praised the residents and council officers for setting a benchmark for neighboring towns and highlighted the role of local leadership in fostering a culture of cleanliness.
The award follows a year‑long initiative that introduced waste segregation at source, increased street sweeping frequency, and launched community awareness campaigns on littering and sanitation.
The state government’s Municipal Administration department, which oversees the annual cleanliness competition, cited Allinagaram’s high cleanliness index score and active citizen participation as key factors in the selection.
Officials praised the residents and council officers for setting a benchmark for neighboring towns and highlighted the role of local leadership in fostering a culture of cleanliness.