Official announcement released by Government of India via Press Information Bureau (PIB). Surat and Vijayawada secured second and third places, respectively, in the Centre's 10th annual cleanliness survey of cities. Andhra Pradesh wins six Swachh Survekshan awards, doubling national share amid Swachh Andhra progress and ambitious waste, green space, and urban development goals. Odisha wins top honours at Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025–26, with Puri, Bhubaneswar, and Aska recognised for urban cleanliness.