form

Maharashtra, Uttan Beach

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, organized a large-scale Beach Cleaning Drive at Uttan Beach Beach on 20th September 2025. The initiative was part of the “Seva Parv” campaign, commemorating International Coastal Clean-up Day (ICCD) 2025.

The programme aimed to raise awareness about marine pollution, coastal conservation, and the urgent need for sustainable environmental practices. The event drew enthusiastic participation from local communities, school children, representatives of local self-governments, government officials, environmental organizations, and educational institutions.

A total of 4000 volunteers took part in the clean-up, collecting nearly 7410.0 kg of marine litter and waste. The debris primarily consisted of plastic materials and discarded fishing nets, glass and rubber items etc.

Alongside the clean-up, the event also featured public awareness activities and community engagement programmes. The drive concluded with all participants taking the Green Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable living.

Beach Data

Event Information
Event Name	International coastal clean up day- SEVA PARV 2025
Description	On the occasion of International Coastal Cleanup Day, Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) organized a Mega Beach Cleanup Drive with the objective of promoting environmental awareness, marine conservation, and community participation in waste management. The event successfully brought together over 4500 participants, out of which nearly 2500 were male volunteers and the rest 1500 female participants, showcasing a strong representation from all sections of society. The event was honored by the presence of Mr. R.G. Vora, Nodal Officer from NCSM, along with Municipal Commissioner IAS Radhabinod Sharma, Additional Commissioner Ms. Priyanka Rajput, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Sachin Bangar, Kalpita Pimpale, Assistant Commissioner Mr. Yogesh Gunijan, Mr. Swapnil Sawant, System Analyst Mr. Raj Gharat, Executive Engineer Mr. Nitin Mukane, and all Sanitary Officers and SWM staff. Various stakeholders and partners including For Future India, Mangroove Foundation, NSS Volunteers from multiple colleges, and several community groups actively participated in the cleanup, strengthening the impact of the campaign. A unique highlight of the event was the Lucky Draw competition organized by MBMC for registered volunteers. To recognize and motivate their contribution, prizes were distributed, which included 5 bicycles and 25 gift hampers for the lucky winners. Through the collective efforts of all stakeholders, the drive successfully removed around 7410 kg of waste from the beach. Due to the beachâs sandy and soily texture, the waste collected contained a large portion of soil mixed with plastic and other debris. This initiative not only contributed to cleaner beaches but also emphasized the importance of citizen engagement, sustainable waste management, and preserving coastal ecosystems.
Chief Guest	Radhabinod Sharma IAS Commissioner &Administrator
Participants & Beach Length
Male	2500	Female	1500
Length (m)	886	Width (m)	134
Area (sq.m)	118724
Beach Information
Situated In	Urban Beach	Beach Usage	fishing
Beach Type	Sandy
Near Harbour/Jetty	Fishing Jetty	Close to River/Creek?	Yes
Close to Fishing Village?	Yes	Commercial Shop Available?	Yes