Two central farm research institutes in Bihar take up cleanliness work under Special Campaign 6.0

18 October 2026

Under the Swachhata Special Campaign 6.0, the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research reported cleanliness work at their institutes.
At the ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna, Bihar, the appearance of the premises was enhanced along with protection against harmful insects for people visiting or working in the fields.
At the ICAR-Mahatma Gandhi Integrated Farming Research Institute, Motihari, Bihar, cleanliness and upkeep of the plantation area were taken up.
That activity covered banana plantation rows and adjoining green spaces, with attention to overgrown weeds and unwanted vegetation.
The campaign is aimed at raising awareness of civic duties and promoting hygiene among students for better health.