Why in the News?
The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) successfully concluded the Swachh Sagar, Surakshit Sagar 3.0 campaign on September 21st, 2024, organizing beach clean-up drives at more than 80 locations across India’s coastline.
What is Swachh Sagar, Surakshit Sagar 3.0?
- It is a 75-day citizen-led campaign for improving ocean health through collective action.
- It is the third edition of a flagship initiative launched to raise awareness about marine pollution and promote the conservation of coastal areas.
- The campaign is part of India’s broader Swachh Bharat Mission and Swachhata Hi Seva initiative and aims to promote cleanliness, sustainable practices, and protect marine ecosystems.
- It also commemorated International Coastal Cleanup Day.
Key Highlights
- More than 60 tons of waste were removed, including plastic, metal, cloth, rubber, and wood debris.
- The campaign promoted sustainable coastal practices and encourages communities to adopt eco-friendly habits, playing a vital role in reducing marine debris and conserving biodiversity.
