MUMBAI
– Reinforcing its commitment to public health and urban sanitation, the Rotary
Club of Mumbai Pioneers successfully executed a comprehensive hygiene awareness
and distribution campaign across all major BEST bus depots in Mumbai’s South
Zone.
The initiative aligns local, on-ground action with the national missions of Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, targeting behaviour change in high-footfall public spaces.
Impact
at a Glance
The
drive covered the entire South Mumbai public transport ecosystem, focusing on
five key hubs: Colaba, Wadala, Back Bay, Mumbai Central, and Worli.
- Reach: Over 1,000 BEST employees engaged
through interactive sessions.
- Distribution: 11,000 SafeThoo pouches
provided for dignified hygiene management.
- Conservation: Saved hundreds of litres of
water by reducing the need for intensive cleaning.
- Compliance: Proactively helping citizens adhere to BMC’s strict anti-spitting regulations.
Voices
from the Initiative
"Public hygiene is built through everyday habits. By combining awareness with practical solutions like SafeThoo pouches, we aim to encourage responsible behaviour that is respectful and easy to adopt. With the BMC recently imposing stricter rules and fines for public spitting, this initiative specifically helps staff and commuters avoid penalties while maintaining a cleaner city." – Rtn. Nihar Shastri, Medical Director and Project Chair, RC Mumbai Pioneers.
Dr. Anil Kumar Singhal, Chief Medical Officer of BEST, was instrumental in the drive's success. Recently honoured as a "Changemaker" for his excellent contributions in his chosen vocation by Rotary International District 3141, Dr. Singhal noted: "We all aspire to be a developed and clean country. I am thankful for the support shown by Rotarians who come forward to help us with our goals and community upliftment."
Rtn. Yash Shah, President of RC Mumbai Pioneers, added: "These initiatives reflect Rotary’s focus on grassroots programs that combine awareness with action, particularly within essential public service environments."
About Rotary Club of Mumbai Pioneers: Being a year old, the club, part of the global Rotary network, has actively undertaken initiatives focused on public health, sanitation, education, community well-being and self-development. The Club works closely with civic stakeholders to design and implement programs that deliver measurable social impact.
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