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The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has carried out an intensive cleanliness drive along the Sion–Panvel Highway as part of a citywide sanitation campaign organised to mark World Environment Day. Conducted between June 6 and June 10, the initiative covered key stretches of the highway passing through the municipal area, including Konkan Bhavan Circle, Uran Phata, LP Junction, Shiravane Phata, Juinagar Station and Vashi. A total of 148 sanitation workers participated in the operation, removing around 2.5 tonnes of waste and accumulated soil. The campaign forms part of NMMC’s broader special cleanliness programme running from June 5 to June 12, which focuses on high-footfall locations, neglected public spaces, railway stations, water bodies and informal settlements across the city.
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has undertaken a large-scale cleanliness drive along the Sion–Panvel Highway, removing approximately 2.5 tonnes of waste and soil from various stretches of the arterial corridor as part of a special sanitation campaign linked to World Environment Day observances. The initiative was carried out between June 6 and June 10 under the directions of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, with the objective of improving cleanliness in both high-traffic and overlooked areas across the city.
The highway clean-up forms part of a broader citywide sanitation programme organised by NMMC’s Solid Waste Management Department between June 5 and June 12. The campaign has been launched following the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, and is accompanied by public awareness activities aimed at promoting responsible waste management practices among residents.
Under the special drive, NMMC has initiated cleanliness campaigns at multiple locations across its jurisdiction, including railway stations, slum settlements, village and gaothan areas, lakes, creek fronts and major road corridors. Particular emphasis has been placed on the Sion–Panvel Highway, one of the most important transport routes passing through Navi Mumbai.
According to the civic body, the clean-up operation covered both sides of the highway across several key stretches, including Konkan Bhavan Circle to Uran Phata, Uran Phata to LP Junction, LP Junction to Shiravane Phata, Juinagar Station to the Sanpada underpass and sections within Vashi. The exercise involved the removal of accumulated waste, debris and soil deposits from roadside areas.
Officials and employees from the Belapur, Nerul, Turbhe and Vashi ward offices participated in the campaign alongside sanitation workers and Swachhta Doot volunteers. Each team was assigned responsibility for cleaning the section of the highway falling within its respective administrative jurisdiction.
A total of 148 sanitation workers took part in the operation. Following the collection and removal of waste, NMMC deployed fogging machines and mechanised cleaning vehicles to carry out additional sanitation measures along the corridor. The civic body stated that these measures were aimed at ensuring a more thorough cleaning of the highway environment.
The campaign was conducted under the guidance of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, with Additional Commissioner Sunil Pawar overseeing implementation. Deputy Commissioner (Solid Waste Management) Dr Ajay Gadde coordinated the operation along with sanitation officers and inspectors.
NMMC stated that maintaining cleanliness along major transport corridors requires sustained efforts rather than one-time interventions. The municipal administration has therefore directed that cleanliness drives on the Sion–Panvel Highway be conducted regularly to ensure continued upkeep of one of Navi Mumbai’s busiest road networks.
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