Modi congartulates TV channels for showing dirty streets after Diwali celebrations

October 25, 2014 10:52

Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday 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 participated in the 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," PM Modi wrote on micro-blogging website after news channels aired visuals of filthy condition on streets after Diwali celebrations.

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