India’s Sanitizer Man

Nishant Singh, widely known as Sanitizer Man in the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, has gained significant recognition for his extraordinary public service efforts. In 2022, he was nominated for the prestigious Padma Shri award, highlighting his remarkable contributions to society. Throughout his career, many of his initiatives have received state-level appreciation. His most notable achievement came during a period of crisis, when he took it upon himself to sanitize over 5 lakh people for 135 consecutive days, an endeavor he undertook without charging a single rupee. This commendable act of selflessness earned him accolades from various quarters, including a formal honor from Ghazipur Joint Director Dilip Srivastava and a Judicial Magistrate, who awarded him a certificate of recognition. Nishant Singh’s dedication and altruistic spirit have made him a celebrated figure, epitomizing service and commitment to the welfare of his community.