You might be knowing that the city Indore has been given the tag of the cleanest city of India. There are multiple reasons that have made this city clean and beautiful. Back to back, three times the city has been given the tag for the cleanest city. I will say not only the government’s strict regulations but also the combined efforts of the citizens have made this city to get this title. All have done a fabulous job to make the city clean. So, are you curious to know which reasons make this city the cleanest and beautiful one? Let’s talk about it

Some of the reasons that make Indore the ‘cleanest’ city of India:

1. They keep separate dustbins to hold trash

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Did you know garbage bins in Indore has been replaced by dustbins? Almost in every locality and area, you will get to see proper dustbins. Not only this, they have two separate dustbins to carry the trash. One is for dry waste and another one is for wet waste.

2. Government distributed dustbins

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Such a wonderful initiative was taken by the government to gift the dustbins to the residents of the city by visiting their homes. This way they are motivating people to use dustbins and help them in saving the environment by not littering here and there.

Also read: Top 5 Things To Do in Indore

3. Musical trucks to spreads the Swacchta awareness among everyone

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To spread awareness for cleanliness, the government has also made use of the trucks which play music like Swachh Bharat Ka irada song and hatrick song.

4. Residents were given awards

The residents who contributed to making the city clean and beautiful were also given timely rewards and recognition by the government where they share their stories about how they did this and try to inspire everyone by their great deeds.

Also read: 10 Best Affordable Cities to Live in India

5. Giving awareness about composting

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People were also given awareness about how to compost the waste and in what way. How the whole system works and how the waste will be composted by playing ads on radio or newspaper.

6. Children were made ambassadors of Swachh Bharat

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Many small children were also made brand ambassadors of cleanliness mission, Swachh Bharat for Indore. The songs were also recorded by the children regarding the garbage collection and were played so that other people would get to know about this. Even they use rap to make it more attractive and attention-seeking.

Not only these measures have made the city beautiful and clean, but also the government efforts and some strict policies related to garbage collection have made people attentive. Those who do not pay attention to it were also levied a hefty fine and those who followed were given awards. This is due to their combined efforts, Indore was ranked the cleanest city in India, according to Swachh Survekshan which is an initiative of the Urban Development Ministry.

So, by following these ways we can also make our city clean and beautiful like Indore. Let’s take a pledge that we will not litter and try to save our environment and mother earth.

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Do you know there is a wonderful place that looks like no less than any heaven? Yes, that’s a place located in Northern Germany which is the best place for kids wherein they can play and enjoy being themselves. Not only kids can enjoy here, even adult and senior citizens can also set their heart free and play like kids here. This is the place which is one of the most visited attractions in Europe. This is called as Miniatur Wunderland in German or as Miniature Wonderland. And, yes don’t make a mistake if you thinking like this is only a kid’s thing which is absolutely not.

Let me tell you more about this place. Stay tuned.

So what exactly Miniatur Wunderland is?

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Miniatur Wunderland is one of the largest model railway systems in the world. It has also been voted as the most popular tourist highlights in Germany. It features the miniature versions of Hamburg, the mountains German region of the Harz, the Austrian Alps, France, Italy, North-America, and Scandinavia. Several construction sites are also open to visitors.

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Hamburg’s miniature replica consists of no less than 200 square meters. This city is home to approx 50,000 Wunderlander which includes the Hamburg’s main attractions such as Michel and Hagenbecks Tierpark zoo, as well as Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, at which 1,500 trains arrive daily.

Highlights :

• 2,300-meter square air-conditioned exhibition space
• 400,000 tiny figures set across different eight regions
• Over 1000 trains
• 20,000 meters of track
• More than 500, 000 lights
• 10,000 moving cars day and night
• Controlled by more than 64 computers

It has a 2,300-metre square air-conditioned exhibition space that features around 400,000 tiny figures set across different eight regions. Over 1000 trains and 20,000 meters of track, more than 500, 000 lights and 10,000 moving cars day and night and flight simulations also every minute. All this is controlled by more than 64 computers. Well, all this seems pretty awesome, right? You also get to see breathtaking views regularly which look like mini heaven or you can say a miniature landscape.

 How did it start?

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Well, this largest model railway system has been built by two brothers Frederik and Gerrit Braun in the year 2000. They took a loan for this and the construction got started in December 2000.

In the year 2000, the brothers Frederik and Gerrit Braun set out to build the largest model railway system in the world. After applying for a loan, they began construction in December 2000. In August 2001 they have completed three miniature sections. And, today this miniature world comprises of 1000 square meters with many beautiful sites.

When it is a good time to visit?

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A good time to visit here is only when you have done reservations. Make sure you do not visit here on weekends or holidays as you might get a huge crowd here.

So, are you excited to take the tour for this mini heaven?

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With thousands of retailers on the Internet today, having an excellent e-commerce website is no longer enough to carve a niche in the online selling industry. It won’t even guarantee that you will make enough sales to recoup your initial investment. Because of this, as an online merchant, you need to find ways to make your business stand out in a sea of competition or, at the very least, capable of meeting the current needs of your customers. This is something that you have to work on when you start selling online internationally and even locally. One of the strategies you can implement to achieve these goals is to have exceptional, efficient shipping services. When your customers get their orders in good condition within the specified timeframe, they will have no reason to complain and be dissatisfied with your online shop. Your chances of having them buy something from your site will be higher as well.

Additionally, offering shipping deals and perks that will allow your customers to save money is always a smart, strategic move. It is a great way to encourage return business and attract new, potential buyers.

Effective E-commerce Shipping Practices and Strategies

Below are four shipping practices and tactics you can implement that will boost sales and help your site stand out:

1. Find the right shipping partner

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Your ability to offer low shipping rates and other perks will depend greatly on your service provider. Shop around for the best shipping option based on the size and weight of your products. Factor in your budget as well when looking at your choices.

Additionally, consider the following when choosing your final shipping carrier:

• Average shipping and delivery times for both local and international shipments
• Available shipping methods
• The proportion of domestic and international shipments
• The average shipments you will be making each month

Lastly, do not hesitate to speak with the staff of your shortlisted shipping carriers. Inform them of your budget, the typical type, size, weight, and prices of products you will be shipping, and other details they have to be aware of.

The best shipping companies will listen to you and find ways to accommodate your needs so that you can satisfy your customers.

2. Offer free shipping

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Providing free shipping is a strategy that can boost your sales. It can also be an excellent marketing tool as well. Although offering free shipping means you will have to shoulder the expenses for this service, it doesn’t automatically mean you will lose money on this. There are several ways to provide this perk without substantial financial loss on your part.

One of these options is to offer it with a minimum order. Establish a minimum order value that will allow customers to qualify for this freebie. Even if you will shoulder the shipping cost, the average value of your orders will go up and, thus, make up for the losses. But before you implement this strategy, review the margins on your products and map the places or countries where you will be shipping. To avoid huge losses, you may have to adjust the minimum value for international shipments or offer this service on specific products only.

Other options include providing free shipping as a promotional offer for certain times of the year or as a reward for the repeat, loyal customers.

3. Highlight the strong points of your shipping service

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In case you can’t offer free shipping, for now, entice your customers by showcasing the best points of your service. These can include different shipping methods or options, fulfillment, and return policies. Offering flexible, varied shipping strategies based on the order value, category of purchase, frequency, and the season is also an effective way of reducing shopping cart abandonment.

Other shipping strategies that you can highlight on your e-commerce site include flat rate and table rate shipping. Same-day shipping and delivery is an excellent point to showcase as well.

4. Don’t ignore the packaging

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The packaging is also a crucial aspect of shipping that is often neglected. If you want to increase your chances of getting more repeat customers, include this in your shipping strategy. Think about how you want your buyers to feel and react when they open the shipping envelope or bag. Without a doubt, you want them to be excited and happy. If you want to give them a great experience, you need to create the right design for your packaging. Your packaging can be a valuable marketing tool, as well. Because of this, incorporate your brand elements in your materials. You won’t go wrong with adding some personal touches as well since consumers respond favorably to customized services or add-ons.

However, don’t forget about the other important role of packaging: protecting your product. As such, choose materials that are durable and will safeguard the quality of your customers’ purchases throughout the shipping and delivery process.

Additionally, when thinking about packaging, keep in mind that weight and size will affect the cost of shipping. You, therefore, need to find a good compromise between design and functionality.

Following these shipping practices and strategies will help you establish yourself in the world of e-commerce retailing. Implement them as soon as possible to start experiencing success as an online seller.

Author Bio

As Chief Product Officer for Shipa Freight, Paul Rehmet is responsible for translating the vision of Shipa Freight into an easy-to-use online freight platform for our customers. Formerly Vice President of Digital Marketing for Agility, Paul managed Agility’s website, mobile apps, content marketing and online advertising campaigns. In his 25-year career, Paul has held various technology leadership positions with early-stage startups and Fortune 500 companies including Unisys, Destiny Web Solutions, and US Airways. Paul has a Masters in Software Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor of Computer Science from Brown University. Paul is based in Philadelphia.