JAMMU/REASI, Jun 16: As part of the ongoing Swachhata Pakhwada campaign, BJP OBC Morcha organised cleanliness drives at Nand Baba Ashram in Panthyal Mandal of Reasi district and Shiv Mandir in Janipur Mandal of Jammu North, reinforcing its commitment towards cleanliness, environmental awareness, and community participation.
The programmes were conducted under the leadership of Rajinder Mengi, District President BJP OBC Morcha Reasi, and Manohar Lal Babbar, State Executive Member BJP OBC Morcha, in Reasi and Jammu North respectively.
At Reasi, the cleanliness drive was attended by MLA Reasi Baldev Raj Sharma, Braham Jyot Satti, State President BJP OBC Morcha, and Narayan Singh, Prabhari District Reasi, who participated in the programme and encouraged party workers to continue promoting cleanliness as a social responsibility.
Among others present were Rajinder Mengi (District President OBC Morcha and former DDC Member), Shashi Gupta (Former Chairman, Municipal Committee Katra), Parshotam Pona (IT Incharge, OBC Morcha), Ajay Verma (General Secretary, OBC Morcha), Krishan Malabar (Mandal President OBC Morcha), Yash Pal, Sohan Lal, Sudarshan Singh, Pritam Singh, Bablu Dubey, Raman Singh, Kailash Rani, and Anuj Sanson.
The Jammu North programme was attended by Ayodhya Gupta, Prabhari Jammu North, Ravish Mengi, District General Secretary BJP, Manohar Lal Babbar, State Executive Member OBC Morcha, Sahil Gupta, Mandal President BJP, and Vikas Mehra, Mandal President OBC Morcha, along with several party workers.
During the drives, volunteers thoroughly cleaned the premises of the religious sites and surrounding areas using brooms, mops, and other cleaning equipment. They also removed unwanted bushes, weeds, and accumulated waste, contributing to improved sanitation and beautification of the temple and ashram premises.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Baldev Raj Sharma said that cleanliness is not merely a government programme but a collective social responsibility. He stressed that public participation is essential for the success of the Swachh Bharat Mission and urged citizens to adopt cleanliness as a daily habit. Appreciating the efforts of BJP OBC Morcha workers, he said such initiatives help maintain clean and healthy surroundings.
He further stated that religious and public places are centres of faith and social interaction, and maintaining their cleanliness reflects the values and discipline of society. He emphasized that every citizen should take ownership of keeping their surroundings clean rather than depending solely on government agencies.
Braham Jyot Satti, State President BJP OBC Morcha, said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Swachh Bharat movement has evolved into a nationwide public campaign. He highlighted that BJP OBC Morcha remains committed to spreading awareness about cleanliness, environmental conservation, and civic responsibility.
Satti said that cleanliness drives are not limited to waste removal but also aim to foster a sense of civic responsibility and community ownership. By involving local residents, social organisations, and party workers, such programmes strengthen public awareness regarding hygiene, sanitation, and environmental sustainability.
The participants reaffirmed their commitment to continue organising cleanliness and awareness programmes across different parts of Jammu and Kashmir in line with the vision of a clean, green, and developed India.