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HUDCO Launches Donation Drive Under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 to Promote Sustainability

Initiative Encourages Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Practices Through Donations of Clothes, Books, Footwear and Other Usable Items to Reduce Waste and Support Community Welfare.
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New Delhi: The Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) is undertaking a donation drive as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign, promoting environmental sustainability, resource conservation and social responsibility through the principles of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (3Rs).

The initiative encourages stakeholders to donate reusable items, helping extend their life, minimise waste generation and support community welfare. Through this campaign, HUDCO aims to raise awareness about responsible consumption and encourage people to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives.

HUDCO Sets Up Donation Boxes at HUDCO Bhawan

As part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 initiative, donation boxes have been placed at HUDCO Bhawan to encourage employees and other stakeholders to contribute usable items that can benefit others.

The donation drive accepts items that remain in usable condition, giving them a second life instead of allowing them to become waste. The initiative also promotes the spirit of sharing and community support.

Items that can be donated include:

  • Clothes
  • Footwear
  • Books
  • Toys
  • Other usable items

By encouraging the reuse of everyday essentials, the initiative seeks to reduce waste while making useful resources available to those who may need them.

Read also: HUDCO Celebrates World Habitat Day 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, Highlights Housing and Urban Development 

Sustainable Awareness Campaign at India Habitat Centre

To strengthen awareness and encourage wider participation, HUDCO has installed standees made from sustainable materials across the India Habitat Centre (IHC) complex. Swachhata Hi Seva posters have also been displayed at appropriate locations to communicate the campaign’s message and motivate stakeholders to participate.

These awareness activities highlight the importance of waste reduction, reuse and recycling in promoting a cleaner and more sustainable environment.

Key Highlights of the Awareness Drive:

  • Sustainable-material standees installed across the IHC complex.
  • Swachhata Hi Seva posters displayed at appropriate locations.
  • Awareness efforts focused on environmental sustainability.
  • Encouragement for stakeholders to participate in the donation drive.

Interactive Session to Promote Responsible Giving

As part of the campaign, HUDCO has planned an interactive session for the following week to sensitise employees to responsible giving, resource reuse and community development.

The session will further highlight how small behavioural changes and mindful consumption can contribute to environmental protection and social welfare. It will also reinforce the importance of making better use of available resources rather than discarding items that can still serve a purpose.

The initiative aims to encourage employees to incorporate sustainable practices into their everyday lives and contribute to a culture of responsible resource management.

Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Promotes Waste Reduction and Community Welfare

HUDCO’s donation drive reflects the broader message of the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign, which encourages collective participation in cleanliness, sustainability and responsible waste management.

By combining donations with awareness activities, the initiative connects environmental conservation with social responsibility. Reusing clothes, books, footwear, toys and other usable items can help reduce waste, conserve resources and extend the useful life of everyday products.

The campaign emphasises that individual contributions, when combined, can make a meaningful difference to society and the environment.

About HUDCO

The Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. It provides financial assistance and supports initiatives related to housing and urban infrastructure development. HUDCO plays an important role in promoting sustainable urban development and improving housing and infrastructure facilities across the country.

Read also: HUDCO Signs Annual MoU with MoHUA for FY 2026-27, Key Financial and Performance Targets Set 


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