Bengaluru: Koramangala Ward No. 151 has brought national recognition to Bengaluru by winning an award in the Centre’s Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2026. Two wards in Davanagere also secured honours in their respective population categories.
Koramangala was recognised in the category for areas with more than 30,000 residents. Davanagere’s Ward No. 36 won in the 10,000–30,000 population category, while Ward No. 07 was recognised among areas with fewer than 10,000 residents.
The awards recognise initiatives in air quality management, solid waste disposal, environmental conservation and public participation.
Forest, Environment and Ecology Minister Ramalinga Reddy congratulated officials, elected representatives, sanitation workers and residents for the achievement.
Reddy, who represents BTM constituency, said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of local authorities and citizens. He expressed hope that the achievement would encourage other urban local bodies to strengthen measures towards cleaner air and greener cities.