Itanagar: Silluk, a small village in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, has garnered national recognition for its remarkable cleanliness journey. The village has been featured in the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) textbook, specifically in Chapter 12: “Taking Charge of Waste” of the Class 3 Environmental Studies book. This acknowledgement highlights Silluk’s consistent efforts in waste management and community-led cleanliness initiatives.
The village’s transformation into a zero-waste zone began with a collective pledge by villagers to adopt the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle. Through the Swachh Silluk Abhiyan, led by Kepang Nong Borang, the community has actively engaged in composting organic waste, recycling usable materials, and reducing overall waste generation. This initiative showcases the power of collective action and the village’s commitment to environmental protection.
Silluk’s efforts have not gone unnoticed, with the village receiving the Chief Minister’s Award for the Cleanest Village in the district three times. The recognition in the NCERT book marks a new milestone, putting Silluk on the national map as a model for rural cleanliness and sustainable living. Local MLA Oken Tayeng expressed pride and joy, congratulating the villagers on this achievement and acknowledging the vital role of the Swachh Silluk Abhiyan.
Silluk’s journey serves as an inspiration for other communities to adopt similar initiatives. The village’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond waste management, with efforts to preserve the natural ecosystem and promote eco-friendly practices. By recognizing the importance of community participation and collective action, Silluk has become a shining example of organized waste management and sustainable living.
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