Department of Pharmaceuticals Organises Shramdaan under ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2026’

The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, actively participated in the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 Campaign, being jointly organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) from 17th September to 2nd October, 2026.

As part of the nationwide initiative “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath”, a one-hour voluntary Shramdaan was organised by the Department near Shastri Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Marg, New Delhi, today. Manoj Joshi, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, led the Shramdaan by administering Swachhata pledge to senior officers and staff.

The Secretary planted a mango sapling as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign and participated in the Signature Drive, encouraging greater awareness and participation towards cleanliness..(updated on 1st October 2026)