Sri Vijaya Puram | September 21, 2026
In a dedicated effort to keep the Islands clean, green and pristine, the Directorate of Information, Publicity and Tourism (IP&T) conducted a comprehensive Coastal Cleanliness Drive across key coastal locations to mark International Coastal Clean-up Day.
The initiative was carried out in collaboration with various Government departments, local Panchayats and members of the general public, with the objective of promoting cleanliness and collective responsibility towards protecting the Islands’ coastal and marine environment.
The Tourism Department coordinated clean-up activities across several major tourist destinations and high-footfall beaches. The drive covered Swaraj Dweep, Shaheed Dweep, Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex (RGWSC), North Bay, Corbyn’s Cove and Wandoor Beach, along with Nimbutala, Karmatang and Ramnagar beaches in North & Middle Andaman District.
The cleanliness activities commenced early in the morning and witnessed active participation from the community. PRI members, IP&T staff, Tourism Safety Enforcement Teams (TSETs), lifeguards, officials from the Revenue and Forest Departments and members of the general public joined the drive.
During the campaign, volunteers collected substantial quantities of waste, including plastic waste and marine debris. The collected waste was segregated at the respective locations before being handed over to the concerned authorities for safe disposal.
Alongside the physical clean-up activities, the Directorate of Tourism also conducted awareness drives for visitors and tourists. Participants were sensitized about the importance of maintaining clean and safe beaches and adopting responsible waste management practices to help protect the coastal environment for future generations.
Through coordinated planning, logistical support and inter-departmental cooperation, the initiative sought to improve the cleanliness of the Islands’ beaches while encouraging greater public participation in preserving the fragile marine ecosystem.
