Swachh Bharat Abhiyan kicks off at Siachen glacier
The drive will lay emphasis on segregation of bio and non bio-degradable waste and will be disposed off as mandated before.
The Siachen brigade with the prime motive of maintaining the ecological balance at Siachen glacier will conduct a Swacch Bharat Abhiyan drive from September 17-October 2.
This initiative is aimed towards cleaning the area which is at an altitude of 9500ft - 21000ft and remains snow clad throughout the year.
The event will begin with a flag off on September 17 at the base camp and be followed by the cleaning spree at forward posts.
Simultaneously, induction routes and axis of maintenance will also be cleaned. The collected waste will be disposed off at a pre-designated location in respective units.
The drive will lay emphasis on segregation of bio and non bio-degradable waste and will be disposed off as mandated before.
During the cleanliness drive it will be ensured that non of the waste is burned.