Noble Citizen Foundation and SUEZ India Foundation Successfully Conduct Cleanliness Drive at Smriti Vatika

Noble Citizen Foundation and SUEZ India Foundation Successfully Conduct Cleanliness Drive at Smriti Vatika

Gurugram, Haryana – February 7, 2025
The Noble Citizen Foundation, in collaboration with the SUEZ India Foundation, Municipal Corporation Gurugram, Sushant University, EarthDay.Org, NSS Miranda House, and NSUT Dwarka, successfully organized a comprehensive Cleanliness Drive at Smriti Vatika, Sector-55, Gurugram. This impactful initiative, conducted under the SUEZ Arogyam Udhyan CSR project, aimed to promote environmental awareness, responsible waste management, and active community participation in sustainability efforts.

Event Highlights

• Date & Time: February 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Participation: Over 120 enthusiastic volunteers actively contributed to the drive.
• Activities:
  • Registration and an introductory session detailing the efforts of the Noble Citizen Foundation and SUEZ India Foundation.
  • An engaging awareness session led by a Future Leaders for Sustainability mentor, covering crucial topics such as waste management, nature conservation, and community-driven sustainability.
  • Active participation in waste collection and segregation, with a focus on plastics and other recyclables.
  • A dedicated leaves collection initiative to promote eco-friendly composting techniques.

Distinguished Guests & Speakers

• Rakhi Sharma – Social Worker, Gurugram
• Priyanka Yadav – Sanitation Expert, MCG
• Kuldeep Hindustani – Brand Ambassador, Swachh Bharat Mission, MCG
• Surbhi Rathod – Consultant, Swachh Bharat Mission, MCG
• Vinod Simon – CSR Head, SUEZ India Foundation
• Saurav Sengupta – Consultant, Noble Citizen Foundation
• Kartik Verma – Consultant, Noble Citizen Foundation
• Sahil Kaushar – Director & CEO, Noble Citizen Foundation
• Jestin Anthony – Director & Chairperson, Noble Citizen Foundation

A Day Dedicated to Sustainability

The drive commenced with an insightful overview of the SUEZ Arogyam Udhyan CSR project, setting the stage for an impactful day dedicated to fostering sustainable practices. Volunteers were mobilized for waste collection and segregation, ensuring proper disposal and emphasizing the importance of recycling.

One of the standout activities was the leaves collection initiative, which underscored the commitment to eco-friendly practices. The collected leaves were used to create mulching pits, promoting sustainable composting techniques. By the end of the drive, three mulching pits had been successfully established.

Impact Metrics

• Waste Collected: 380 Kg
• Mulching Pit Established: 1

The event concluded on an optimistic note, with organizers and participants reflecting on the day’s achievements and reinforcing the significance of continued community involvement in maintaining a clean and healthy environment. A group photo session marked the culmination of the event, symbolizing the collective commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable urban development.

A Step Towards a Greener Future

This Cleanliness Drive stands as a testament to the power of community collaboration and serves as an inspiration for future initiatives aimed at building a greener, more sustainable India. Through such dedicated efforts, we move closer to a future where responsible waste management and environmental consciousness become a way of life for all.