‘Nation building starts with a dustbin because cleanliness is patriotism’
Published on: Sept. 20, 2025, 5:30 a.m. | Source: The Hitavada
when we think of nation-building, we picture grand institutions: parliament, the army, and isro. but ask yourself this: can a nation truly thrive without basic cleanliness? the invisible pillar of democracy we salute the flag. we sing the anthem. we cheer for chandrayaan. yet, too often, we step over piles of garbage, as if we can build a mansion with golden walls while ignoring the heap at the entrance. the humble dustbin may seem insignificant, but it symbolises civic respect, the foundation of a cleaner
