India, June 30 -- In a major push to improve sanitation and public hygiene, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is launching a citywide deep cleaning drive starting Tuesday, July 1. The special campaign will be carried out for four consecutive days, covering all 15 administrative ward offices under PMC's jurisdiction, said the officials.

This drive aims to address cleanliness issues in public areas, including roads, footpaths, markets, toilets, drainage lines and garbage-prone locations.

According to PMC officials, the campaign will go beyond regular sweeping. It will include thorough washing of roads and footpaths, removal of construction debris, clearing of clogged drains, and disinfection of public toilets and market areas. The driv...