The Swachh Survekshan 2017 reveals that sanitation in cities and towns of the country has substantially improved during the last one year. Urban Development Ministry in a release said, the results of the survey reflect that the efforts being made under Swachh Bharat Mission have made a positive impact on cleanliness situation in urban areas. Over 18 lakh citizens responded to a set of six questions giving their perception of sanitation situation during the Survey conducted in January and February this year.<br/><br/>Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu who discussed the findings of the Survey with the officials said that results are very encouraging and Swachh Bharat buzz is reflecting on ground. He said, Swachh Rankings of 434 cities and towns will be announced on Thursday.