Kolkata, 2 nd October, 2026 South Eastern Railway is observing Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign from 17th September to 2nd October & Swachhata Pakhwada from 1 st October to 15 th October, 2026. As a part of this campaign, South Eastern Railway observed Swachh Bharat Diwas and celebrated Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti on the occasion of his Anniversary at SER Headquarters, Garden Reach on 02.10.2026. As part of under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ programme, Shri Anil Kumar Jain, General Manager, South Eastern Railway, along with Shri Manish Jain, Additional General Manager and Principal Head of Departments undertook tree plantation at the Hospital Garden, North Colony. The plantation drive highlighted the importance of creating a greener and healthier environment. A Walkathon was also organised, in which the General Manager, Additional General Manager, Principal Heads of Departments, other Senior officers and staff participated, spreading the message of cleanliness and healthy living. General Manager, South Eastern Railway, administered the Swachhata Pledge to officers and staff, reaffirming their commitment to maintaining cleanliness and ensuring a clean and hygienic environment across Railway premises. The General Manager, South Eastern Railway and other PHODs garlanded the portrait of Mahatma Gandhi and paid floral tribute to the Father of the Nation. To create greater public awareness about cleanliness and sanitation, a Nukkad Natak (street play) was presented by members of the Bharat Scouts & Guides. Through an engaging performance, the Scouts & Guides conveyed the importance of cleanliness, responsible waste disposal and active participation in the Swachh Bharat initiative. The programmes organised by South Eastern Railway underscored the importance of collective participation in building a cleaner, greener and healthier environment, while commemorating the ideals and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi.
SOUTH EASTERN RAILWAY OBSERVES SWACHH BHARAT DIWAS
