A large-scale cleanliness drive carried out in Diva by the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) witnessed strong participation from residents, civic officials and social workers, as the civic body intensifies efforts to improve sanitation across its jurisdiction.
The campaign, conducted in Ward No. 33 under the Diva Ward Committee, is part of a broader initiative being rolled out across all ward committee areas. The drive follows a civic push to extend cleanliness efforts beyond Thane city to surrounding areas such as Diva, Mumbra and Kalwa.
Weekly Drives Across All 33 Wards
Civic officials said the initiative is being implemented on a weekly basis across all 33 wards under TMC limits. The decision to expand the scope of sanitation activities aims to ensure uniform cleanliness standards across rapidly growing suburban pockets that have historically faced infrastructure gaps.
The directive to widen the reach of such drives was issued earlier, with a focus on improving waste management systems and addressing localised sanitation concerns. Officials noted that areas outside the Thane city core, including Diva and Mumbra, are now being prioritised under this plan.
Focus on Key Diva Stretches
On Friday, the drive covered several key locations in Ward No. 33, including the stretch from Y Junction to Kausa Lake, along with Charni Pada Road and adjoining areas. The campaign began with a cleanliness pledge, with participants committing to maintaining hygiene in their neighbourhoods.
The operation involved coordinated action by multiple civic departments, highlighting an integrated approach to sanitation rather than isolated clean-up efforts.
14 Tonnes of Waste Cleared
According to TMC officials, around 150 sanitation workers were deployed for the exercise. The civic body also pressed into service mechanised equipment, including jetting machines, a JCB, dumpers and multiple garbage collection vehicles.
By the end of the drive, approximately 14 tonnes of waste and debris had been cleared from the targeted areas. Roads were washed thoroughly using water jets, and unauthorised posters pasted across public spaces were removed as part of the clean-up.
Multi-Department Participation
Officials from several departments — including solid waste management, garden, encroachment, filaria control and construction — participated in the operation. Civic authorities said such coordination is essential for addressing sanitation challenges holistically, especially in densely populated localities.
Senior officials, including health and sanitation officers, were present on the ground to supervise the exercise.
Citizen Participation Key to Success
Apart from municipal staff, local residents and social workers participated actively in the drive. Civic officials said public involvement remains crucial for sustaining cleanliness efforts beyond periodic campaigns.
While the initiative has drawn a positive response, officials indicated that continued engagement and regular monitoring will be necessary to ensure lasting improvements in sanitation across the Thane Municipal Corporation area.
