What’s in the news?

• The Ministry of Tourism, unveiled an innovative initiative – the Travel for LiFE for Cleanliness Campaign. 
• This campaign marks a significant step in India’s commitment to cleanliness and environmental sustainability. 
• It is a nationwide cleanliness drive planned at 108 tourist destinations across the country, with a focus on eliminating single-use plastics and promoting eco-friendly alternatives. 
• The campaign’s core objectives are to facilitate efficient garbage disposal, enhance sanitation facilities, and eliminate single-use plastics while encouraging the adoption of eco-friendly alternatives. To ensure broad participation, schools, colleges, and members of Yuva Tourism Clubs (YTC) are actively engaged in this endeavor.
• The Travel for LiFE program is a pivotal component of Mission LiFE, an ambitious mission aimed at steering our planet towards a sustainable future.

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1961440