Kupwara : The 162 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), DPL Kupwara, on Thursday organized a mega cleanliness drive under the nationwide campaign “Shramdaan – Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath.”
The drive was conducted from 8:00 am to 9:00 am in Zangli forest area, identified as a public space, where officers and personnel of the battalion actively participated in removing waste materials and cleaning the surroundings. The initiative aimed to spread awareness about hygiene, sanitation, and environmental care.
The event witnessed the active participation of senior officers including Shri K.R. Anshu Mali, Second-in-Command, Shri Surinder Pal, Deputy Commandant, Shri Chandan Kumar Rai, Assistant Commandant, along with dedicated personnel of the 162 Battalion.
Officials said the programme was in line with the national call encouraging citizens to devote one hour towards cleanliness and community service. The drive also aimed to motivate local residents to preserve public spaces and embrace collective responsibility for a cleaner environment.
Notably, CRPF has consistently engaged in community outreach activities in Kupwara. Today’s initiative once again underscored its role not only in maintaining law and order but also in promoting social welfare, public health, hygiene, and sanitation in the region.





