Raipur, October 12, 2026:* The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur, through its Sahyog Club and Dispensary, launched a five-day workshop on Monday under the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign. The workshop, titled ‘Occupational Health, Hygiene and Safety Practices: Safaimitra Safety and Dignity’, aims to promote preventive healthcare, workplace ergonomics, and the dignity and well-being of sanitation workers.

Dr. Sameer Bajpai, Head of the CDC at NIT Raipur, attended the inaugural programme as the chief guest. Dr. Dharam Pal, Chairman of the Housekeeping Committee; Dr. Vivek Kumar Gaba, Faculty In-charge of the Training and Placement Cell; and Dr. Tirath Prasad Sahu, Nodal Officer for Swachhata Hi Seva 2026, were also present. The workshop is being coordinated by Dr. Ashish Kumar Dash, Dr. Madhukrishna Priyadarshini and Dr. Soumya Agrawal.

Dr. Ashish Kumar Dash welcomed the guests, faculty members and sanitation workers. Dr. Soumya Agrawal outlined the workshop's activities, which include awareness sessions, medical consultations and specialised health screening camps. The screenings will cover dental and oral health, eye care, bone and musculoskeletal health, and physiotherapy. Participants will also be screened for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, malnutrition and anaemia.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Dharam Pal highlighted the vital contribution of sanitation workers to the smooth functioning of the institute and described them as an integral part of the NIT Raipur family. Chief guest Dr. Sameer Bajpai appreciated the initiative and emphasised the principle that prevention is better than cure. He urged sanitation workers to participate actively in the workshop, discuss their health concerns openly and make full use of the available healthcare facilities.

As part of the inaugural programme, the ‘Safaimitra Samman’ ceremony was organised to recognise the dedication and services of sanitation workers. Medical and healthcare kits were distributed to them as a mark of appreciation. Dr. Madhukrishna Priyadarshini delivered the vote of thanks. The workshop will conclude on October 16, 2026, with a final health assessment and closing ceremony.

Other activities under the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign focused on environmental protection and public awareness. On October 11, the institute's National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit conducted a cleanliness drive at Dunganiya Pond under the guidance of Dr. Neeraj Manhas and NCC Faculty In-charge Dr. Jitendra K. Raut. NCC cadets and participants took part in the drive, promoting environmental cleanliness and collective responsibility for a cleaner and healthier society.

On October 12, the institute's dance club, ‘Nrityam’, presented a cultural performance titled ‘Nritya Sankalp: Dance for a Clean India’. The programme was attended by Dr. Manoj Chopkar, Dean of Student Welfare, and organised under the guidance of the club's faculty in-charges, Dr. Shruti S. Nagdeve and Dr. Anil Manjhi. The performance conveyed messages of cleanliness, sustainable development and collective responsibility, encouraging public participation in building a clean and green India.

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