Duration: October 20 to November 8.
Main actions: avoid firecrackers, use diyas and energy‑efficient lights, avoid single‑use plastic, separate waste, buy local products.
Pledge drives can be organized during school assemblies, classes, rallies or community meetings.
Data from participants (name, location, activity, number of pledgers, photos) are collected via an online form.
Selected entries may be highlighted on the programme’s website and social media.
The program invites schools, colleges and neighbourhood groups across 130 cities in the National Clean Air Programme to take a pledge for cleaner air, waste segregation and use of energy‑saving lighting.
Participants can also complete an online carbon footprint questionnaire and share their activities for possible feature on the programme’s website.
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