India's Cleanest Smart City - 8 Years Running Champion
Indore has been declared India's Cleanest City for eight consecutive years (2017-2025) in the Swachh Survekshan survey
Indore has achieved the remarkable feat of being crowned India's cleanest city for eight consecutive years, from 2017 to 2025. This unprecedented success in the Swachh Survekshan survey reflects our city's unwavering commitment to cleanliness and sustainable urban development.
Even when competing in the special "Super Swachh League" category created for consistently top-performing cities, Indore maintained its leadership position, showcasing our robust waste management systems and citizen participation.
Famous for 56 Dukan, Rajwada Palace, and the legendary Sarafa night food market
56 Dukan (Chappan Dukan) - A foodie's paradise with 56 shops offering the most diverse street food experience. From traditional chaats to modern fusion, this iconic food street represents Indore's culinary soul.
Sarafa Bazaar - India's only night food street that transforms from a jewelry market during the day to a vibrant food carnival from 8 PM to 2 AM. Famous for its unique offerings like Bhutte Ka Kiss, Garadu Chaat, and legendary Jalebi.
Rajwada Palace - The 18th-century architectural marvel built by Holkar rulers stands as a testament to Indore's rich cultural heritage, located in the heart of the city near the famous food markets.
The magnificent Rajwada, a seven-story palace built by the Holkar dynasty, showcases a perfect blend of Marathi, Mughal, and French architectural styles. This historic landmark serves as the cultural heart of Indore.
Located strategically near the bustling Sarafa market, Rajwada has witnessed centuries of history and continues to be a focal point for cultural activities, folk dances, music performances, and traditional celebrations.
Indore - The birthplace of Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar, India's Nightingale
Born on September 28, 1929, in the Wagh Sahib Enclosure of Indore, Lata Mangeshkar's connection to our city runs deep. The legendary singer, who conquered hearts across generations, spent her early years in Indore before her family moved to Maharashtra.
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced the establishment of a Music Academy and Museum in her honor in Indore, along with a statue and the annual Lata Mangeshkar Award to celebrate her legacy.
Her birth house, now a clothing showroom, displays her photograph as a tribute. The city takes immense pride in being the birthplace of the voice that defined Indian music for over seven decades.
Leading India's circular economy with biodiesel production, bioremediation, and construction materials from waste
Gobar-Dhan Plant - Our 550 tonnes daily capacity bio-CNG facility produces 17,000 kg of bio-CNG and 100 tonnes of high-quality compost, powering 146 city buses with plans to expand to 400 buses.
Green Waste Processing - India's first PPP model green waste processing plant converts 30-70 tonnes of daily green waste into wooden pellets, serving as a coal alternative while earning Rs. 3,000 per tonne royalty for IMC.
Construction Materials - Our innovative approach converts waste into construction bricks and materials, with plastic waste being used for road construction by MP Rural Road Development Authority.
17,000 kg daily bio-CNG production with 95% methane content, reducing CO2 emissions by 130,000 tonnes annually
Converting organic waste into renewable biodiesel, contributing to India's energy independence goals
Innovative technology transforming municipal waste into high-quality construction bricks and building materials
From dumping grounds to green spaces through bioremediation and innovative waste management
Bioremediation Success - The 100-acre Devguradiya dumping site, which accumulated 15 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste over decades, has been transformed into a beautiful green space through advanced bioremediation techniques.
Environmental Benefits - This groundbreaking project eliminated odors, reduced disease-causing vectors, and reclaimed valuable urban land. The process used indigenous microorganisms to convert waste into compost without harmful chemicals.
Golf Course Vision - The reclaimed land is being developed into park and recreational facilities, with plans to create golf course-like green spaces that serve the community while maintaining ecological balance.
Door-to-door collection, automated sorting, and complete waste processing ecosystem
Door-to-Door Collection - 100% coverage with GPS-enabled vehicles and smart tracking systems ensuring no waste is left behind across the city's households and establishments.
Automated Processing - India's first fully automated Material Recovery Facility with optical sorting machines from Germany, processing 645 tonnes of recyclable waste daily with 300+ workers.
Circular Economy - Complete waste-to-resource conversion: organic waste to compost and bio-CNG, recyclables to new products, and construction waste to building materials.
GPS-enabled fleet with real-time tracking and optimized routes for efficient waste collection across the city
German optical sorting technology with density sensors and gravity separators for precise waste segregation
Complete resource recovery ensuring minimal environmental impact and maximum economic value from waste
Smart city solutions enabling citizens to track collection schedules and report issues through mobile applications
Continuous monitoring of air quality, water quality, and waste processing efficiency through IoT sensors
Self-sustaining model generating revenue through compost sales, recyclables, bio-CNG, and carbon credits