Paradip Port Authority Reaffirms Commitment to Cleanliness and Environmental Sustainability under SHS 2026
By Pravakar Sahoo
Paradip, Sept. 16: As part of Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) is undertaking a series of activities to promote cleanliness, hygiene, environmental responsibility and collective participation across the Port and township areas.
Under the overall leadership and guidance of Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, Paradip Port Authority, PPA is coordinating and implementing various activities under SHS 2026 with the active participation of officers, employees, CISF personnel and other stakeholders.
As part of the campaign, a Swachhata Pledge ceremony was organised at the Portico of the PPA Administrative Building, where Shri T. Venu Gopal, Deputy Chairperson, Paradip Port Authority, administered the Swachhata Pledge to Heads of Departments, senior officers and CISF personnel.
Capt. Alekha Charan Sahoo, Deputy Conservator, and Shri Krishna Bapi Raju, Secretary, along with HODs, officers and CISF personnel, participated in the pledge ceremony and reaffirmed their collective commitment towards cleanliness, hygiene and environmental sustainability.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chairperson called upon all employees and stakeholders to actively participate in the SHS 2026 cleanliness drive and contribute towards creating and maintaining a clean, hygienic and sustainable Port environment. He emphasised the importance of collective responsibility and sustained participation in cleanliness and environmental initiatives.
As part of the awareness activities, the CANMASS team presented a street play titled “ମହା ବିପତ୍ତିରୁ ଉଦ୍ଧାର (Maha Bipattiru Udhara)” at the PPA Administrative Building. Through the engaging medium of street theatre, the team spread awareness about cleanliness, hygiene, responsible waste management and environmental protection.
The street play highlighted the importance of maintaining clean surroundings, preventing pollution, avoiding improper disposal of waste and adopting environmentally responsible practices. Through an engaging and locally relatable presentation, the programme encouraged individuals and communities to take collective responsibility for keeping their surroundings clean and healthy.
The programme witnessed the participation of PPA officials, employees and other stakeholders, who appreciated the efforts of the CANMASS team in communicating the message of cleanliness and environmental responsibility through an effective public-awareness medium.
As part of its environmental sustainability initiatives, PPA is also undertaking tree plantation activities at identified locations across the Port and township areas. The plantation drive aims to enhance green cover, promote environmental conservation and encourage greater awareness about the importance of trees and a healthy environment.
Under SHS 2026, PPA is undertaking a range of activities including cleanliness drives, tree plantation, awareness programmes, school outreach activities, cleanliness awareness hoardings, Swachhata Rath, cleaning and maintenance of Port and public facilities, digital awareness displays, human chains and street plays.
PPA is also promoting plastic-free and environmentally responsible celebrations, encouraging the use of reusable alternatives, proper waste segregation and responsible disposal practices. Special emphasis is being placed on environmental sustainability, plantation, beautification and awareness among employees, Port users and the local community.
PPA is further promoting the innovative “Scrap to Structure” initiative, demonstrating the creative reuse of discarded materials and highlighting the importance of resource recovery and responsible waste management.
Through these initiatives, Paradip Port Authority continues to strengthen its commitment to the objectives of Swachh Bharat Mission and Swachhata Hi Seva, while encouraging collective action towards a cleaner, greener and healthier Paradip.
PPA appeals to all employees, CISF personnel, Port users, stakeholders and members of the local community to actively participate in SHS 2026 and make cleanliness, environmental care and responsible waste management a sustained habit and shared responsibility.
