Guntur secures 6th national rank in Swachh Vayu Survekshan

Guntur city has secured the sixth rank at national level in the Swachh Vayu Survekshan conducted under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Notably, Guntur is the only city from South India to achieve this distinction, highlighting its growing reputation in environmental management.

Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra and Municipal Commissioner Puli Srinivasulu expressed pride over the recognition, noting that 130 cities across the country participated in the survey under the category of towns with a population below 10 lakh. They said the award was based on parameters such as greenery expansion and cleanliness along main roads. The National Pollution Control Board evaluated the participating cities and recommended the best-performing ones for 2024–25.

The officials acknowledged that ongoing construction of the Shankar Vilas overbridge, aimed at easing traffic congestion, slightly impacted the city’s ranking. However, they were optimistic that Guntur could secure an even better position in future surveys.

The Mayor and Commissioner credited the achievement to the collective efforts of citizens, public representatives, and officials. They extended special congratulations on behalf of the Guntur Municipal Corporation, calling the recognition a matter of pride for the entire city.