Punjab Launches Bold ‘Road Cleanliness Mission’ Led by Senior Officers

ਸਫ਼ਾਈ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧਾਂ ਦੇ ਨਿਰੀਖਣ ਦੀ ਲੜੀ ਤਹਿਤ ਕੈਬਿਨੇਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ @RavjotDr16124 ਜੀ ਨੇ ਅੱਜ ਕਰਤਾਰਪੁਰ (ਜਲੰਧਰ) ਦਾ ਅਚਨਚੇਤ ਦੌਰਾ ਕੀਤਾ। ਇਸ ਵਿਸ਼ੇ ‘ਤੇ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਇਲਾਕਾ ਵਾਸੀਆਂ ਤੋਂ ਜ਼ਮੀਨੀ ਹਕੀਕਤ ਦੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਹਾਸਲ ਕੀਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਸੰਬੰਧਿਤ ਅਧਿਕਾਰੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਤੁਰੰਤ ਨਿਰਦੇਸ਼ ਦੇ ਕੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਹਾਜ਼ਰੀ ‘ਚ ਸਫ਼ਾਈ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਕਰਵਾਈ। ਅਧਿਕਾਰੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ… pic.twitter.com/eEsJrIJdcU

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 In a bold and unconventional move, the Punjab government has rolled out a transformative initiative to elevate the state’s urban infrastructure—by putting top-ranking officers directly in charge of maintaining road cleanliness and civic amenities.

Launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Road Cleanliness Mission aims to change the way public infrastructure is managed—by shifting accountability from departments to individuals. Local Government Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh announced the Road Cleanliness Mission during a press conference, calling it a “paradigm shift in governance” where Class-I officers will become the on-ground custodians of Punjab’s roads.

“We’re moving beyond traditional governance,” said Dr. Ravjot Singh. “This is about active leadership and field accountability. Roads are the arteries of a city—clean, functional roads mean smooth governance and better lives.”

Under this Road Cleanliness Mission, each Class-I officer—including Deputy Commissioners, Municipal Commissioners, ADCs, SDMs, and Executive Officers—will be assigned a stretch of around 10 km of road to inspect and maintain daily. Their responsibilities go far beyond passive supervision. Officers will ensure timely pothole repairs, proper road markings, clean footpaths, functional lighting, and consistent sanitation. And they’ll have to report it—all of it.

To ensure transparency and effectiveness, the initiative is powered by technology. Officers will use mobile apps equipped with AI tools and cameras to document inspections, and walkie-talkies for real-time coordination. District-level WhatsApp groups will serve as live dashboards for complaint resolution and progress tracking.

“This isn’t just a bureaucratic order—it’s a mindset shift,” Dr. Ravjot emphasized. “Officers will not just work from behind desks but will become citizens in uniform, actively shaping the places they serve.”

Implementation orders have already been issued at the Deputy Commissioner level, and all districts are required to submit officer assignments with precise Google Maps coordinates. This will allow GIS-based monitoring and future integration into larger smart governance systems.

Mandatory weekly reviews will ensure consistency and transparency, with the Punjab Municipal Infrastructure Development Company (PMIDC) overseeing coordination.

So, what does this mean for the common citizen? Better maintained roads, faster resolution of infrastructure issues, and a government visibly taking responsibility for the basics—clean streets, functioning amenities, and dignity in daily living.

“This is our collective mission,” said Dr. Ravjot Singh. “We want every citizen—and every officer—to feel proud of their surroundings. Because clean roads don’t just connect places; they connect people to better lives.”

With this bold policy, Punjab may just be paving the road—literally and figuratively—towards a cleaner, more accountable future.