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Guntur: India's Air Quality Champion!
7 Sep
Summary
- Guntur ranks second nationally for air pollution control.
- Award received on Swachh Vayu Diwas in New Delhi.
- GMC Commissioner accepted the prestigious national award.
Guntur city has earned national recognition for its outstanding performance in controlling air pollution. The city secured the second-best position in its category during the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, an initiative by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Commissioner K. Mayur Ashok of the Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) accepted the national award in New Delhi on Monday, September 7, 2026. This event coincided with the Swachh Vayu Diwas celebrations.
Guntur's achievement places it second among 130 cities nationwide in the towns category. The GMC's 42nd Ward also received a state-level first position in Category-II for areas with populations between 10,000 and 30,000, further highlighting Guntur's environmental efforts.
Commissioner Ashok extended congratulations to all contributors and expressed gratitude to the people of Guntur for their essential support in achieving this environmental milestone.
