James Vasanthan bats for ‘Clean City’ campaign

Music composer James Vasanthan, who was appointed as brand ambassador of Tiruchi Corporation to spearhead its Clean City campaign, on Monday called upon residents to join hands with the civic body to effect meaningful and result oriented changes so as to improve its Swachh Survekshan ranking next year.

In his address to the citizens of Tiruchi on being appointed brand ambassador of Tiruchi, Mr. Vasanthan said that the clean city drive was not a one-day affair. There was nothing impossible if the like minded people joining hands to transform the city.

The efforts should be transformed into a movement.

Youth had a great role to play in it. If 500 people joined in a movement, they could definitely transform the city as the cleanest city in the country by spreading the messages to the masses.

“It is a matter of sensitising each and every resident of Tiruchi on the importance of cleanliness. We can do wonders if we join hands with each other for a clean cause,” he said.

Mr. Vasanthan, who made the programme lively by involving the audience with an interactive session, said that he was happy to see the spontaneous participation of over 600 residents in the programme.

N. Ravichandran, Commissioner cum Special Officer, Tiruchi City Corporation, said the city has been a top performer in clean city ranking since Swachh Survekshan concept was introduced in 2015.

Despite stiff competition, it had figured in the top 10 cities. It was mainly because of participation of all stakeholders.

Source:http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Tiruchirapalli/james-vasanthan-bats-for-clean-city-campaign/article19753272.ece