Swachhta Pakhwada
From: December 16, 2025
To: December 31, 2025
Swachhta Pakhwada is a nationwide cleanliness campaign initiated by the Government of India to reinforce the principles of the Swachh Bharat Mission and promote cleanliness as a mass movement. The fortnight-long observance aims to create awareness about sanitation, hygiene, and waste management while encouraging active citizen participation in maintaining clean public spaces and workplaces.
Message from the Director
Dear Colleagues,
I am pleased to announce the observance of Swachhta Pakhwada at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode, during 16-31 December 2025, as part of the Government of India's ongoing commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
This fortnight provides us an opportunity to renew our pledge towards maintaining a clean and sustainable environment within our institute premises and beyond. Cleanliness is not merely a campaign but a way of life that reflects our values and commitment to public health and environmental stewardship.
I urge all staff members, scientists, and students to actively participate in the planned activities and contribute towards making our institute a model of cleanliness. Let us work together to create a healthier and more productive workspace that reflects the excellence we strive for in our research.
Together, we can make a meaningful difference.
Dr. R Dinesh
Director
ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode
Cleaning of Check Dam – ICAR-IISR Regional Station, Appangala
As part of the Swachhta Pakhwada, a swachhta awareness drive was carried out by the staff of ICAR – IISR, Regional Station, Appangala by cleaning the check dam located in the farm premises. Staff members actively participated in removing weeds, plastic wastes and accumulated debris from the check dam, ensuring free flow and storage of rainwater. The activity aimed to promote cleanliness while enhancing water harvesting and conservation.
Swachhta Awareness Class – ICAR-IISR Experimental Farm, Peruvannamuzhi
A Swachhta awareness class was conducted to staff and farm workers. The session involved steps to follow for clean environment both at office, public places and residential areas. It also gave knowledge about early steps taken forward for Swachh Bharat Mission, and various activities and achievements on Swachh Bharath Mission by Govt of India. The Swachhata class was conducted by Mr Nikhil C M Senior Technician.
Swachhta Clean Drive – ICAR-IISR Regional Station, Appangala
As part of the Swachhta Pakhwada activities, the staff of ICAR – IISR Regional Station, Appangala actively participated in a 'Swachhta Clean Drive' organized outside the campus. During the drive, plastic waste and other litter were collected from the roadside and properly segregated into designated bins for safe disposal.
Swachhta Awareness Class – KVK, ICAR-IISR, Thalakkulathoor
As part of swachhta pakhwada, an awareness class on swachhta was organized outside the campus by the staff of KVK, ICAR – IISR at Thalakkulathoor, Kozhikode district.
Swachhta Pledge Programme with Farmers – ICAR-IISR, Kozhikode
As part of Swachhta Pakhwada, a pledge programme was organized at ICAR – IISR, Kozhikode with the active participation of 110 farmers. The programme emphasized the importance of cleanliness, hygiene, and responsible waste management in agricultural practices and daily life. Farmers collectively pledged to adopt and promote swachhta measures to ensure a clean, healthy, and sustainable rural environment.
Cleaning Drive at Spice Processing Facility – ICAR-IISR, Kozhikode
As part of swachhta pakwada, cleaning drive was carried out in the spice processing facility, ICAR – IISR, Kozhikode. The activity focused on thorough cleaning and sanitation of processing areas, equipment, and storage sections to ensure food safety and hygiene standards. This initiative reinforced the importance of maintaining a clean work environment for quality production and worker health.
