The Man Behind Chandigarh's Cleanliness Mission: Meet Padma Shri Awardee Inderjit Singh Sidhu

While most people begin their day with a morning walk, 88-year-old Inderjit Singh Sidhu starts his by cleaning Chandigarh's streets and public spaces. A former IPS officer and retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Sidhu has dedicated nearly three decades to keeping the city clean. Long before cleanliness drives became a national movement, he turned civic responsibility into a personal mission. Even after receiving the prestigious Padma Shri, his commitment remains unchanged. For Sidhu, cleanliness is another form of public service. His inspiring journey is a reminder that meaningful change begins when ordinary citizens take extraordinary responsibility for their surroundings.