Governor Arlekar takes part in beach-cleaning activity on Marina - The HinduPublished - September 20, 2026 12:38 am IST - CHENNAIGovernor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar took part in a beach-cleaning activity under Swachh Sagar, Surakshit Sagar 5.0 on the occasion of the International Coastal Clean-up Day at the Marina on Saturday.Mr. Arlekar flagged off the beach-cleaning activity on Saturday morning and removed litter from the sand. According to a release, he emphasised the importance of keeping beaches and coastal ecosystems clean, protecting marine life, and fostering a strong sense of environmental responsibility among citizens, particularly the youth.He called upon everyone to contribute towards cleaner, greener, and healthier coastal environments and to make cleanliness and environmental protection a sustained collective movement. The Governor also interacted with volunteers and students during the beach-cleaning activity.Published - September 20, 2026 12:38 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }