New Delhi, July 17 -- Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel on Thuesday hailed the success of Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Surat in winning awards for cleanliness, with Ahmedabad securing the top spot in the cleanest big city category.

Gujarat's Surat city was recognised as India's second cleanest city at the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 awards.

Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel received the awards from President Droupadi Murmu on behalf of the state government and emphasised the importance of spreading the message of cleanliness beyond just big cities or small towns, stressing that it should reach every individual.

"This time, Ahmedabad has got the first place (in the cleanest big city category), and along with it, Gandhinagar and Surat have al...