India, Oct. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Panaji, 9 October 2025
Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar distributed safety equipment, PPE kits, and Ayushman cards to sanitation workers in Goa under the Namaste Scheme at a program held in Panaji today, October 9th.
Addressing the gathering, the minister said that sanitation workers had a great role to play in Goa as the state, a popular tourist destination, attracts both domestic and international visitors. Acknowledging the significant contribution of sanitation workers in maintaining Goa's cleanliness and beauty, Dr. Virendra Kumar said that it was because of them that cities are kept clean.
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