PASIGHAT, 27 Sep: A cleanliness drive themed 'Swachhata Shramdaan' was conducted at 'The Hump' World War II Museum and tourist lodge in Gumin Nagar here in East Siang district on Sunday, as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026, Seva Mera Yogdan 2026, and World Tourism Day 2026.
The drive aimed to promote cleanliness, civic responsibility and responsible tourism, in line with the SHS 2026, with focus on clean tourist sites.
PMC Chief Councillor Tagom Padung, PMC MEO Jayanti Pertin, Ward 6 Councillor Mary Gao, officials and staff of the Pasighat Municipal Council (PMC) and the Tourism Department, Ward 6 representatives, ALF and SHGs under DAY-NULM, and other stakeholders actively participated in the cleanliness and beautification drive in the museum premises and surrounding areas.
The Hump World War II Museum holds significant historical importance and commemorates the perilous 'Hump' airlift operation of 1942-1945, which connected airbases in Assam with Yunnan in China and played a crucial role in supplying the Allied forces during World War II.
The drive reflected the spirit of collective community participation and civic responsibility towards preserving important heritage and tourist destinations. The PMC expressed appreciation for all participating departments, organisations, community groups and individuals for their active cooperation.
The PMC reiterated its commitment to strengthening cleanliness, sanitation, beautification and public participation initiatives across Pasighat under the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign and Seva Mera Yogdan 2026. (DIPRO)
