'PM Modi a world leader in environment': Israeli diplomat lauds India's 'Swachhata' drive

Israeli diplomat Kobbi Shoshani participated in ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign at Mumbai beach on Sunday and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for initiative, by saying that he stands as a world leer in environment sector. He lauded people for coming out in response to PM Modi's call for a 'Clean India.'

Consul General of Israel to Midwest India, Mumbai, Shoshani said, “I come from a very small country Israel, we are not connected by land, we are connected by sea. environment is not an issue only in India, it’s a global issue. I think your PM did a great job. He asked something and we followed. This is my fifth day, this week to clean beaches. it’s extremely important.“

"Definitely Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji today is leer in world in environment, and he brings in personal method. You see se people, y are following his request and it is extremely important,” he ded.

Wielding a broom, Shoshani actively participated in  ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign and cleaned beach by picking up garbage and putting it into a dustbin. foreign diplomat also interacted with cleaning staff at Mumbai beach.

 Israeli diplomat Kobbi Shoshani participated in ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign | Image@ANI

India participates in 'Shramdaan' 

People from all walks of life, from politicians to students, participated in an hour-long "shramdaan" on Sunday, responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for a nationwide cleanliness drive. Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry claimed that more than 9.20 lakh sites across country have been opted for mega drive.

PM Modi himself participated in campaign along with social media sensation Ankit Baiyanpuriya. On X, he wrote, "Today, as nation focuses on Swachhata, Ankit Baiyanpuriya and I did same! Beyond just cleanliness, we blended fitness and well-being also into mix. It is all about that Swachh and Swasth Bharat vibe! @baiyanpuria."