Greenness along the road leading to the district collector, SP office and the District Court in Guntur.
Guntur City secured sixth place at National level at Swachh Vayu SureVekshan within the National Clean Air Program (NCAP) of the Ministry of the Environment, Forest and Climate Change. In particular, Guntur is the only city in southern India to achieve this resolution and emphasizes its growing reputation in environmental management.
Mayor of Kovelamudi Ravindra and municipal commissioner Puli Srinivasul expressed pride in recognition and noted that 130 cities across the country participated in a survey in the category of cities with a population below 10 laches. They stated that the price was based on parameters, such as the extension of greenery and cleanliness along the main roads. The National Council for Control of Pollution was evaluated by participating cities and recommended the best executive ones for 2024–25.
The officials acknowledged that the continuing construction of Shankar Vilas Overbridge, aimed at alleviating traffic jams, slightly influenced the evaluation of the city. However, they were optimistic that Guntur could ensure an even better position in future surveys.
The mayor and commissioner attributed success to the collective efforts of citizens, public representatives and officials. They extended a special congratulations named Guntur Municipal Corporation and called recognition of pride for the whole city.
Published – 10 September 2025 20:23
