Top 10 Cleanest Cities in India

Even though India is not known for its cleanliness, some areas of the country nonetheless stand out as models. People are more motivated to recycle, reuse, and maintain their streets clean as local governments increasingly take charge of their city's sanitation with the recent inauguration of the Indian government's "Swachh Bharat Abhiyan" campaign. The eco-friendly cities of India take pride in their work to protect the environment and advance sustainability.

Here are India's top 10 cleanest cities:

1. Indore, Madhya Pradesh

In the modern era, Indore has emerged as one of the state's leaders in terms of national development. Indore, a metropolis of more than a million people, consistently ranks India's cleanest city. The city was ranked as the cleanest in India in the year 2018, 2019, and 2020, according to a government-conducted survey called Swachh Bharat. Indore is the classic example of a city on the rise with endless options yet one that hasn't forgotten its history and legacy.

2. Surat, Gujarat

Surat is the second-largest city in Gujarat. It is known as "the town of flyovers" and is the pride and joy of Gujarat. By embracing sustainable development initiatives, including solar electricity and also the recycling of solid waste, the city has made significant efforts to maintain its cleanliness, securing it the honour of the second cleanest Indian city in the year 2020.

3. Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

India's cleanest cities list always includes Navi Mumbai on a regular basis. Swachh Survekshan of 2020, data from the government ranks Navi Mumbai as the 3rd city in India. The ideally planned city mobilized the inhabitants toward a more ecological capital by utilizing a variety of modern technologies, setting an example for the remaining Maharashtra state.

4. Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh

A small, peaceful town in the state of Chhattisgarh, Ambikapur has recently gained attention after being ranked as the fourth-cleanest city in India by the Swachh Survekshan in the year 2020. The town offers many tourist destinations, but the most notable ones are the Jogimara Caves, Shivpuri Shiv Temple, and Rakasganda Falls.

5. Mysore, Karnataka

Due to its rich legacy, Mysore, the third-most populous city in Karnataka, attracts millions of tourists all year round. It is rich in history, including that of its illustrious royal past, intricate architecture, renowned silk sarees, yoga, & sandalwood, to name a few. It has recently received another honour, being chosen as one of the top ten cleanest cities in the country for 2020.

6. Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

The word Vijayawada, which means "The Place of Victory," literally translates to "The Place of Fruits," "The Place of Sweets," and "The Place of Scenic Wonders." The government-sponsored Swachh Bharat study ranked Vijayawada, the third-largest city in Andhra Pradesh, as the sixth-cleanest city in India. Vijayawada, which is situated on the shores of the lovely Krishna River, is bordered to the west by the Indrakeeladri Hills and to the north by the Budameru River.

7. Ahmedabad, Gujarat

One of Gujarat's most important cities is Ahmedabad. It is a fast-expanding metropolis, an industrial centre, a centre for higher education, and a city with a glorious past. Despite all of this development, Ahmedabad is still considered to be India's seventh-cleanest city. The success of their door-to-door rubbish collection won them the distinction of being the cleanest "large city" in the nation. The historical capital of Gujarat, Ahmedabad, is situated along the banks of the holy Sabarmati River and is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination because of its delectable cuisine and vibrant culture.

8. Delhi

India's capital Delhi, a multicultural metropolis that is home to both modern New Delhi as well as ancient Old Delhi. Delhi is known for having a heart and numerous personalities. It has everything from historical sites to packed shopping centres, from a massive network of the technologically advanced metro system to the Delhi University campus. The city has exceeded the barrier and, contrary to all predictions, has been declared one of India's top ten cleanest cities.

9. Vizag, Andhra Pradesh

A port region like Visakhapatnam is undoubtedly renowned for its beautiful, emerald-green beaches. The Bay of Bengal and imposing hills on 3 sides surround the city of Vizag. Yarada beach is one of the finest features of Vizag's beaches since it is far less crowded and cleaner than other well-known beaches around the Indian coastline. It is the ideal location to relax on the golden beaches and take in a magnificent sunrise or sunset.

10. Vadodara, Gujarat

Gujarat is home to the international city of Vadodara or Baroda. 'Vadodara' is home to some of the most magnificent examples of architecture, a fitting tribute to Maratha king Sayaji Rao Gaekwad III, who possessed the vision to transform this big city into an academic, industrial, and commercial centre. It is currently regarded as one of India's ten cleanest cities.