Srinagar/New Delhi, Nov 10 : The Department of Defence Production has successfully completed Special Campaign 6.0, conducted in two phases, with the objective of institutionalising Swachhata (cleanliness) and minimising pendency across its offices.
In a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said the campaign was conducted in two phases, with the preparatory phase from October 15 to 31, 2026, and the implementation phase from October 2 to 31, 2026.
In line with the Government-wide initiative, this year’s campaign placed special emphasis on the effective collection, segregation and disposal of e-waste, alongside other key areas of administrative improvement.
Focused efforts were undertaken towards improving cleanliness and the overall upkeep of office premises, efficient utilisation of available space, and disposal of scrap and redundant materials. Special attention was also accorded to systematic record management and expeditious disposal of pending references, files and other matters. The initiatives also contributed towards better space management and workplace beautification.
As per the statement, the Department reviewed 45,000 physical files and weeded out 43,952 old files during Special Campaign 6.0, compared to 30,000 and 27,000, respectively, during Special Campaign 5.0.
It also reviewed 55,000 e-files and weeded out 51,230 e-files, against 2,000 and 1,890, respectively, during the previous campaign.
The Department freed up 19.35 lakh square feet of space through the disposal of scrap and unused items, compared to 17.42 lakh square feet during the previous campaign. It also earned Rs 22.19 crore through scrap and e-waste disposal against Rs 15.62 crore during Special Campaign 5.0.
The statement further said that 136 public grievances, 17 public grievance appeals, 11 VIP/MP references and three IMC references were disposed of during the campaign.
The Department said it remains committed to carrying forward the objectives of Special Campaign 6.0 through sustained efforts towards Swachhata, efficient disposal of pendency and an improved workplace environment—(KNO)
