Modi lauds Hrithik for joining Clean India drive

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday lauded Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan for joining the "Swachh Bharat" mission and said the actor would be an inspiration for everyone.

"Am sure you all will get inspired by Hrithik's efforts! He has made a significant effort towards creating a Swachh Bharat. MyCleanIndia," Modi wrote in his Twitter handle.

His comments came hours after Hrithik Roshan tweeted: "Swachhbharat I started cleaning my own surroundings and learnt so much. Started with my lanes in Juhu.

"2day I pledge 2 keep my home, my roads, my city, my country clean. I also take responsibility 2 teach n empower others 2 follow.”

Modi launched the "Swachh Bharat Mission" campaign Oct 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.