Special Campaign 6: Ministry of Coal Targets E-Waste Disposal, Scrap Management and Workplace Modernization
The Ministry of Coal is launching Special Campaign 6 from 2nd October to 31st October 2026, focusing on e-waste disposal, scrap management, and workplace modernization. Preparatory activities including record reviews and awareness campaigns have already begun across the Ministry and its undertakings. As of September 24, 2026, the Ministry has set extensive targets for cleaning sites, clearing areas, disposing of scrap, and reviewing physical and e-files.
Why It Matters
This press release covers government administrative initiatives and cleanliness campaigns under the Ministry of Coal, which may be relevant for general awareness sections in competitive exams.
In Simple Words
The Ministry of Coal will lead Special Campaign 6 from October 2 to October 31, 2026, targeting e-waste disposal, workplace modernization, and scrap management. The initiative promotes sustainable governance, efficient record management, and the national 'waste into wealth' vision.
Preparatory work involves reviewing records and conducting awareness activities like Nukkad Natak by WCL. By September 24, 2026, targets included identifying 1,462 sites to clean, clearing 1.21 crore sq. ft. of area, and reviewing thousands of files.
Key Points
- Special Campaign 6 will be held from 2nd October to 31st October 2026.
- The campaign focuses on e-waste disposal, scrap management, and workplace modernization.
- A record room review at Lok Nayak Bhavan took place on 23.09.2026.
- WCL conducted a Nukkad Natak on E-Waste Management at Nagpur HQ on 22.09.2026.
- Sites identified to clean as of September 24, 2026: 1,462.
- Areas to be cleared: 1.21 crore sq. ft.
- Quantity of scrap to be disposed of: 10,713 Metric Ton.
- Physical files to review: 10,189 and E-files to review: 75,382.
Exam Angle
A. From 2nd October to 31st October 2026
Source: Press Information Bureau