In the broader national assessments, Navi Mumbai secured the highest position as India's cleanest city within the Swachh Sahar League category. Surat followed in second position, with Vijayawada capturing the third spot nationwide. Specialized categories evaluated distinct landscapes, resulting in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa claiming first place among riverfront towns ahead of Bilaspur and Varanasi.
At the national level, in the 'Swachh Sahar League' category, Navi Mumbai won the tag of India's cleanest city. Surat took the second rank and Vijayawada grabbed the third spot.
As far as the riverfront towns category is concerned, Rewa from Madhya Pradesh took the first spot as the cleanest riverfront town. Bilaspur stood second in the survey results, while Varanasi ranked third.
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