Nagpur Secures 27th Spot Among India’s Cleanest Big Cities in Swachh Survekshan 2024

Nagpur has climbed to the 27th position in the Swachh Survekshan 2024 rankings among 44 cities with a population of over one million. While it marks a respectable standing for the Orange City, the rankings also highlight the growing competition among major Indian cities in the race for cleanliness. The results offer a moment of reflection for residents, civic bodies, and policymakers alike.

How Nagpur Performed This Year
In the latest cleanliness survey conducted across India, Nagpur managed to secure the 27th rank in the million-plus population category. While the city has previously aimed for higher placements, this year’s results still reflect consistent efforts in solid waste management, sanitation drives, and citizen participation initiatives.

The survey assessed cities on several key parameters, including waste segregation, public feedback, and infrastructure improvement.

Where It Stands Among Peers
Cities like Indore, Surat, and Navi Mumbai continue to dominate the top spots, setting high benchmarks for others. Nagpur’s position at 27 indicates progress but also underlines the need for better execution in certain areas—especially in Tier 2 cities that are rapidly expanding and urbanising.

Compared to last year, Nagpur’s rank has slipped slightly, triggering local discussions around policy implementation and day-to-day civic engagement.

Why This Matters for Residents
For the people of Nagpur, the ranking serves as more than just a statistic. It reflects the collective civic culture—from how residents handle waste to how responsive the local administration is. Cleanliness rankings also impact tourism, real estate, and the overall livability index of a city.

In Tier 2 cities like Nagpur, where urban planning still faces challenges, such surveys can push both citizens and authorities to address long-standing issues like drainage, road cleanliness, and public toilet maintenance.

Conclusion
Nagpur’s 27th place in Swachh Survekshan 2024 is a mixed signal—there’s visible effort, but also clear room for improvement. As cities across India step up their game, Nagpur must now revisit its strategies, strengthen public participation, and invest in smarter, more inclusive sanitation solutions.

The road to a cleaner city doesn’t end with a survey. It begins with how every household, street vendor, and municipal worker sees their role in shaping it.