Mysore/Mysuru, July 22 -- Civic groups and residents came together at Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Backwaters in Meenakshipura to conduct a major cleanliness drive aimed at curbing pollution and raising environmental awareness in the region.

Amidst the serene setting of Cauvery River, over 130 volunteers participated in the initiative, collecting more than two tonnes of waste - including plastic wrappers, liquor bottles, and other discarded items - from the Backwater banks. The waste was later transported to authorised segregation and processing units.

The drive was jointly organised by Anandur Gram Panchayat, Mysuru Taluk Farmers' Association, Environmental Warriors Group (Mysuru), Rotary Yelwal North Mysuru Community, Mysore Grahakara Par...