Mysuru, Feb. 24 -- Even before the rainy season begins, sewage water continues to flow through the Raja Kaluve (stormwater drain) in Jayanagar, presenting a dismal and unhygienic sight. Herds of pigs are often seen feeding on plastic waste recklessly dumped into the drain.

Located on Aniketana Road near Jayanagar in Kuvempunagar, this neglected drain is not on the outskirts but right within the city.

It highlights one of the many challenges the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) faces as it prepares for the Swachh Survekshan, a national clean city ranking survey launched by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

A team from Swachh Survekshan is expected to visit Mysuru soon to evaluate the city's cleanliness practices. However, th...