Bhubaneswar: Jindal Foundation, in collaboration with Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), launched a Mobile Sanitation Unit to provide convenient and hygienic restroom facilities during public events, festivals and large gatherings across the city.
Jindal Foundation chairperson Shallu Jindal and BMC Mayor Sulochana Das flagged off the vehicle in Bhubaneswar on Monday. Also present were BMC Deputy Mayor Manjulata Kanhar, BMC Commissioner Chanchal Rana, BMC Additional Commissioner Kailash Chandra Das, Corporator & Head of BMC Standing Committee on Sanitation Biranchi Narayana Mahasupakar, president & head of Corporate Communications & High Impact Social Projects of Jindal Steel Prashant Hota, and several other senior BMC officials.
Jindal Foundation has provided the specially-designed truck with sanitation facility mounted on it as part of its efforts to support civic infrastructure. BMC will oversee its deployment, operations and maintenance to ensure it serves citizens efficiently whenever required.
“At Jindal Foundation, we strongly believe that access to clean and dignified sanitation is essential for building healthy and inclusive communities. As cities continue to grow and host large public events, the need for accessible sanitation facilities becomes even more important. This Mobile Sanitation Unit is a step towards supporting Bhubaneswar’s vision of a cleaner and more citizen-friendly city, and we are pleased to partner with the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation in this meaningful initiative,” Shallu said.
BMC Mayor Sulochana thanked Shallu and Jindal Foundation for the support.
“The Mobile Sanitation Unit will be extremely useful during major gatherings, cultural events, and public programmes, ensuring that citizens and visitors have access to proper facilities. Such partnerships play a vital role in enhancing civic infrastructure and maintaining cleanliness across Bhubaneswar,” the Mayor said.
The Mobile Sanitation Unit will cater to the needs of men and women, ensuring comfort, safety and hygiene in crowded public spaces.
The gents’ section includes one western-style toilet, one Indian-style toilet, three urinals, and a wash basin, while the ladies’ section features two Indian-style toilets, one western-style toilet, and a wash basin.
To ensure uninterrupted operations during events, the unit is equipped with a diesel generator for reliable power backup, along with multiple exhaust fans installed in each section to provide proper ventilation and maintain a clean and comfortable environment for users.
