Kerala continues to raise the bar in urban cleanliness and sustainable living. In the latest Swachh Survekshan rankings released by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, eight municipalities from the state earned spots among the top 100 cleanest cities in India.
Kochi Leads Kerala’s Clean City Movement
At the forefront is Kochi Corporation, which secured rank 50 nationwide. This achievement highlights Kochi’s consistent efforts in solid waste management, public sanitation, and community participation in cleanliness initiatives.
Kerala Cities in the Top 100 Rankings
The following municipalities and city corporations made it to the top 100 list:
- Kochi Corporation – Rank 50
- Mattannur Municipality – Rank 53
- Thrissur Corporation – Rank 58
- Kozhikode Corporation – Rank 70
- Alappuzha Municipality – Rank 80
- Guruvayur Municipality – Rank 82
- Thiruvananthapuram Corporation – Rank 89
- Kollam – Featured among the top 100
Each of these cities has demonstrated notable progress in areas such as door-to-door waste collection, scientific waste processing, public sanitation, and citizen feedback.
What is Swachh Survekshan?
Swachh Survekshan is India’s largest cleanliness survey, conducted annually to evaluate the sanitation and waste management performance of cities. It is part of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban), encouraging urban areas to improve infrastructure, adopt innovative practices, and ensure active public engagement.
Cities are assessed based on:
- Service-level progress
- Direct field observation
- Public feedback
- Best practices and innovation
Kerala’s Path Forward
These strong rankings reflect Kerala’s commitment to building cleaner, greener cities through sustainable practices and inclusive governance. With a focus on long-term urban development and civic responsibility, the state is setting new standards for other regions to follow.
Why It Matters
Clean cities enhance public health, tourism appeal, and overall quality of life. For local governments, high rankings open doors to better funding, national recognition, and the opportunity to lead by example.