As part of Puneet Sagar Abhiyan & Environmental activities, CGDHQ-6 (AP) conducted a special cleanliness drive on 10 Aug 22 at Vishakhapatnam, wherein around 300 personnel from various afloat and ashore units under command participated to clean all underlying plastics, rags, bins and other non-biodegradable waste, which adversely impact the health of the ocean.
Further, the cleanliness drive was conducted in and around the premises of the Coast Guard residential area in coordination with Greater Visakha Municipal Corporation (GVMC). The event aimed to preserve/protect the environment, raise awareness about the harmful effects of single-use plastic/polythene bags and encourage the use of reusable Jute/Cloth shopping bags.
