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Dulmi becomes first open defecation free block in Jharkhand

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Press Trust of India Ramgarh (Jharkhand)
Last Updated : Jun 22 2016 | 11:42 PM IST
Dulmi in Ramgarh district was today declared the first open defecation free (ODF) block in Jharkhand.
Addressing a gathering at Chatak village of the block, Governor Droupadi Murmu stressed upon cleanliness for a healthy life and said everyone should come forward with collective responsibility.
To make the people aware of cleanliness, she said voluntary organisations, anganwadi workers and panchayat representatives have to discharge their active role.
Stating that Jharkhand has moved a step ahead in the way of making India a country of smart villages initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Governor praised the work of the state government, especially drinking water and sanitation department, district administration of panchayat representatives for making Dulmi the first ODF block.
UNICEF state head Madhulika, state head of Vikas Bharati, Ashok Bhagat, district council chairman Bramhdeo Mahto, local Mukhiya Shailesh Chaudhary and DC, Ramgarh, Anjneyulu Dodde also shared their experiences for making Dulmi the state's first ODF block.

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First Published: Jun 22 2016 | 11:42 PM IST

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