Mayor Jagat Bahadur Singh along with senior officials returned to Jabalpur on Thursday after receiving the national award under Swachh Survekhshan from President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. The Mayor was given a grand welcome at Dumna Airport by hundreds of citizens, public representatives and supporters. Jabalpur secured the second position among cities with a population of over 10 lakh in the Swachh Survekshan. The city has made a remarkable improvement from its earlier 22nd position.

 

The airport witnessed celebrations as people gathered to welcome the Mayor and other officials. The atmosphere was filled with the sound of drums, fireworks and slogans. Citizens welcomed them with flowers and garlands and congratulated them on the achievement. Along with Mayor Annu, former Municipal Commissioner Ramprakash Ahirwar and newly-appointed Municipal Commissioner Agrim Kumar were also welcomed. Several public representatives, social workers, media persons and members of various organisations were present. After the welcome at the airport, the Mayor and other officials reached the Municipal Corporation headquarters. They were welcomed by officials, employees and citizens.

 

Fireworks were also organised at the headquarters to celebrate the achievement. The Mayor shared the joy of the occasion by distributing sweets among those present. He said the second position is not just an achievement of the Municipal Corporation but a matter of pride for the entire city. He credited the success to the collective efforts of citizens, public representatives, sanitation workers and employees. He also said that the city would continue its efforts to maintain the position and work towards securing the top rank in the country.