PM congratulates TV channels for showing dirt on streets left

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Oct 24 2014 | 9:10 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated TV channels for showing dirty streets after Diwali celebrations, saying telecasting such visuals would create awareness among people about the importance of cleanliness.
The Prime Minister, who launched the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on October 2, also congratulated the people who particpated in cleanliness drive after bursting fire crackers during Diwali.
"I saw several TV channels showing dirt left behind after crackers. I congratulate them for spreading awareness on importance of cleanliness," Modi wrote on micro-blogging website after news channels aired visuals of filthy condition on streets after Diwali celebreations.
"Several friends told me that a lot of people cleaned the areas where they burst crackers during Diwali. I congratulate them for the efforts," the Prime Minister tweeted.
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First Published: Oct 24 2014 | 9:10 PM IST

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