• Launch Year: 2016 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
  • Objective: Enhance urban sanitation through public participation.
  • Evaluation: Cities are assessed on cleanliness and sanitation metrics.

Ninth Edition Highlights (2024)

  • New Toolkit: Simplified and systematic approach for urban cleanliness.
  • Citizen Engagement: Focus on third-party validation and public participation.
  • Super Swachh League:
    • New category to acknowledge top-performing cities.
    • Cities competing: Ranked in the top three for at least two of the last three years (2021–2023).

Recognition and Awards

  • Awards are presented to the cleanest cities in different population categories, promoting inclusivity.
  • Indore: Cleanest city for 7 consecutive years.