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High Priority10th Swachh Survekshan (2025–26)
#Urban Governance#Sanitation#Public Policy
Last updated: 20 December 2025
Core Update
The 10th edition of Swachh Survekshan (SS 2025–26) has been launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
What is Swachh Survekshan?
Swachh Survekshan is the world's largest urban cleanliness survey, conducted to assess and promote sanitation and cleanliness in cities.
Key Facts
- Edition: 10th
- Nature: Annual urban cleanliness survey
- Objective: Building Garbage Free Cities
- Survey role: Management and performance improvement tool
Theme (2025–26)
"Swachhata Ki Nayi Pehel – Badhayein Haath, Karein Safai Saath"
New Elements
- Round-the-year citizen feedback mechanism
- Introduction of new award categories for 2025–26
UPSC Relevance
- GS-II: Urban governance, citizen participation
- GS-III: Urban environment, waste management
Prelims Trap Alert
⚠️ Swachh Survekshan is a survey, not a standalone scheme. Conducted under MoHUA, not Ministry of Environment.
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Quick Recall
3 cardsSwachh Survekshan 2025-26: Which edition?
10th edition – world's largest urban cleanliness survey
Swachh Survekshan: Conducted by which Ministry?
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) – NOT Ministry of Environment
Swachh Survekshan objective?
Building Garbage Free Cities; annual management/performance improvement tool
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