Davangere bags two State-level awards under Swachh Ward Vayu Survekshan
Davangere city has been awarded two state-level honors under the Swachh Ward Vayu Survekshan 2025 for its progress in air quality and sanitation. The city received a cash prize of ₹25 lakh for its efforts in implementing environmental management measures.
Why it matters
This recognition highlights the effectiveness of the National Clean Air Programme in incentivizing local municipal bodies to improve urban environmental standards.
Davangere city has secured two State-level awards under the Swachh Ward Vayu Survekshan 2025 assessment for 2025-26, for its efforts towards improving air quality, sanitation and environmental awareness.
The awards were announced by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, on the occasion of Swachh Vayu Diwas 2026, a release from the Davangere Municipal Corporation said.
Davangere, identified as a National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) non-attainment city, secured top positions in two population categories. SS Badavane-B Block was recognised in Population Category 2, while DCM Township secured the top position in Population Category 3.
The city has also been awarded a cash prize of ₹25 lakh.
The awards acknowledge the efforts of the Davangere City Corporation, residents, local representatives and other stakeholders in implementing measures aimed at controlling air pollution and improving sanitation and environmental conditions, the release said.
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