Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta spearheaded a large-scale campaign to clean and revive the Yamuna River, mobilizing thousands of volunteers across the national capital on Monday. The drive, conducted under the banner of the "Chalo Yamuna" campaign, involved coordinated efforts at all 70 riverfront locations throughout the city.

Participants included youth groups, Resident Welfare Associations, non-governmental organizations, and local public representatives who collectively engaged in extensive clean-up activities along the riverbanks and surrounding areas. The initiative sought to raise awareness about the urgent need to address pollution and restore the ecological health of the Yamuna, one of Delhi's main water sources.

During the event, Gupta acknowledged the wide public participation and stressed that sustained commitment from all sectors of society is crucial for achieving long-term improvements in the river’s condition. She highlighted that the campaign represented not only a physical clean-up but also a collective expression of intent to revive the water body.

The "Chalo Yamuna" campaign aligns with broader governmental efforts aimed at environmental conservation and urban sanitation, particularly targeting the reduction of industrial and domestic waste discharge into the river. Authorities have emphasized that comprehensive community involvement is essential to complement regulatory measures and infrastructure development intended to improve water quality.

This latest initiative follows previous attempts by Delhi’s administration and civil society groups to address the Yamuna’s pollution, which has persisted despite numerous interventions. Organizers expressed optimism that renewed public engagement through campaigns like this could drive meaningful change in the river’s ecosystem over time.