New Delhi: NLC India Limited (NLCIL) organised a mass cleaning drive in Neyveli on October 1, 2026, as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign. More than 5,000 participants, including NLCIL employees, workmen, school students, CISF personnel and community members, took part in cleanliness activities across Neyveli Township.
The initiative focused on promoting cleanliness, civic responsibility, environmental awareness and community participation, while encouraging people to make cleanliness a regular part of everyday life.
NLCIL Mass Cleaning Drive Flagged Off in Neyveli
The mass cleaning drive was flagged off at 7:00 AM at Anna Thidal, Block-17, Neyveli Township.
The programme was flagged off by Samir Swarup, Director (HR) and Director (Power) holding additional charge, NLCIL. Rajesh Pratap Singh Sisodia, Director (P&P), NLCIL, was also present during the programme.
The event witnessed participation from senior officials, employees and workmen representing various industrial and service units of NLCIL.
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Over 5,000 People Participate in Swachhata Drive
The large-scale cleanliness campaign brought together people from different sections of the Neyveli community.
Participants included:
- NLCIL employees and workmen
- School students and teachers
- CISF personnel
- Contract workers
- Engineers and officers
- Representatives of recognised trade unions
- Officers’ associations and welfare federations
- Members of the local community and public
The broad participation highlighted the focus on collective responsibility and community involvement in maintaining cleaner public spaces.
Samir Swarup Highlights Importance of Everyday Cleanliness
Addressing the participants, Samir Swarup emphasised that cleanliness should become a part of everyday life rather than remain limited to specific campaigns.
He also stressed the importance of continued public participation in maintaining clean workplaces, residential areas and public spaces.
The enthusiastic participation of school students was highlighted as an indication of growing awareness of cleanliness and civic responsibility among younger citizens.
Participants were encouraged to carry the message of Swachhata beyond the campaign period and continue contributing to cleaner surroundings.
Cleaning Activities Held Across Neyveli Township
Following the flag-off, participants carried out cleaning activities at multiple locations across Neyveli Township.
The drive provided employees, students and community members with an opportunity to translate the message of Swachhata into practical action.
The initiative also reinforced awareness about environmental responsibility and the role of collective participation in maintaining healthier surroundings.
NLCIL’s Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign
NLCIL is organising cleanliness-related activities at Neyveli and across its subsidiary projects from September 17 to October 2, 2026, in alignment with the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission.
The mass cleaning drive formed part of these activities and brought together employees and members of the wider community.
The campaign aims to encourage sustained cleanliness practices and strengthen participation in keeping workplaces, residential areas and public spaces clean.
Key Highlights of NLCIL Neyveli Cleaning Drive
- Campaign: Swachhata Hi Seva 2026
- Date: October 1, 2026
- Location: Neyveli Township, Tamil Nadu
- Participants: More than 5,000
- Flag-off venue: Anna Thidal, Block-17, Neyveli Township
- Flag-off time: 7:00 AM
- Key participants: NLCIL employees, students, CISF personnel, workers and community members
- Focus: Cleanliness, civic responsibility and environmental awareness
- Campaign period: September 17 to October 2, 2026
About NLC India Limited
NLC India Limited (NLCIL) is a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Headquartered in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu, the company is engaged in lignite and coal mining as well as power generation and has diversified into renewable energy and other areas of the energy sector.
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