Jamshedpur Ranked 3rd Cleanest City in India in Swachh Survekshan

Jamshedpur, the steel city of Jharkhand, has made the state proud by securing the 3rd position in the list of India’s cleanest cities, according to the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings. The recognition was conferred by President Droupadi Murmu at a national award ceremony held in New Delhi, celebrating India’s best-performing cities in sanitation and urban cleanliness.

This major milestone makes Jamshedpur the cleanest city in Jharkhand, surpassing many metro cities and placing itself at the forefront of India’s community-driven sanitation success stories.

A Historic Achievement for Jharkhand

The award marks a moment of pride for the people of Jharkhand, especially for the citizens and local authorities of Jamshedpur, who have played a pivotal role in transforming the city into a model for cleanliness and urban hygiene.

The city’s remarkable performance in this year’s Swachh Survekshan—India’s largest cleanliness survey, was based on a range of parameters, including:

• Waste segregation at source
  
• Scientific waste disposal
  
• Citizen participation in cleanliness drives
  
• Digital monitoring systems
  
• Sustainable sanitation models

Jamshedpur: A Community-Driven Cleanliness Model

The transformation of Jamshedpur’s cleanliness ranking has been largely attributed to a community-driven sanitation model, proactive urban planning, and continuous cleanliness awareness programs across wards. The Garbage Free City certification awarded earlier this year had already set the stage for this national recognition.

City officials noted that the support of local residents, NGOs, and eco-volunteers was crucial in achieving this feat.

What’s Next for Jamshedpur?

After being named the 3rd cleanest city in India, Jamshedpur now aims to become a zero-waste city and enhance its status as a Garbage Free City with 5-star certification. Urban local bodies are already rolling out more citizen-centric cleanliness campaigns and sustainable waste management practices.

This award is not just a title—it’s a reflection of what focused governance, active citizen participation, and consistent efforts can achieve in India’s growing urban sanitation movement.

Jamshedpur’s rise to the 3rd cleanest city in India in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 is a testament to Jharkhand’s evolving urban landscape. With continued emphasis on community-driven sanitation, sustainable waste management, and civic engagement, the steel city is setting a powerful example for the rest of the nation.