Month-long government cleanliness drive exceeds targets in public grievance disposal, file management and workplace cleanliness; campaign promotes waste-to-wealth initiatives and sustainable office practices

Key Highlights:

• Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) completes Special Campaign 6.0, conducted from October 2–31, 2026.
• 247 sites cleaned against a target of 226.
• ₹25,93,896 generated through scrap disposal.
• 16,707 physical files reviewed, with 10,710 files weeded out.
• 2,171 e-files reviewed, of which 1,327 were closed.
• 250 public grievances disposed of against a target of 189.
• 16 public grievance appeals addressed against a target of 10.
• Subordinate offices promoted waste-to-wealth activities and creative reuse of discarded materials.

DAHD Completes Special Campaign 6.0 with Focus on Cleanliness and Administrative Efficiency

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has successfully concluded Special Campaign 6.0, conducted from October 2 to October 31, 2026, to strengthen cleanliness practices, improve administrative efficiency and reduce pending matters across government offices.

The campaign was undertaken in accordance with the guidelines of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), with an emphasis on institutionalising cleanliness, improving record management and ensuring the timely disposal of official references and public grievances.

Shri Naresh Pal Gangwar, Secretary, DAHD, reviewed the preparatory activities on September 29, 2026, and encouraged offices functioning under the Department to participate actively in the campaign.

The Additional Secretary and Nodal Officer subsequently reviewed implementation progress with Sub-Nodal Officers on October 15 and conducted regular monitoring meetings to assess achievements, address implementation challenges and ensure timely completion of targets.

247 Sites Cleaned; Scrap Disposal Generates ₹25.93 Lakh

DAHD reported significant achievements across several campaign parameters, exceeding targets in multiple areas related to cleanliness, public grievance disposal and file management.

One of the major achievements was the cleaning of 247 sites against a target of 226, reflecting the Department’s focus on improving workplace hygiene and maintaining cleaner government premises.

The Department also generated revenue of ₹25,93,896 through scrap disposal, supporting the efficient utilisation of unused materials and the recovery of valuable resources.

Other major achievements included:

Campaign parameter	Target	Achievement
Public grievances	189	250
Public grievance appeals	10	16
State Government references	4	4
Physical files reviewed	16,541	16,707
Physical files weeded out	—	10,710
E-files reviewed	2,163	2,171
E-files closed	—	1,327
Cleanliness of sites	226	247
PMO references	7	6
Parliamentary assurances	2	1
References from MPs	12	9
Easing of rules and processes	3	2

The Department also undertook social media outreach, with 246 posts, including tweets, listed under the campaign targets.

Waste-to-Wealth Initiatives Promote Sustainable Workplace Practices

The subordinate offices of DAHD actively participated in Special Campaign 6.0 by organising activities centred on cleanliness, environmental sustainability and creative reuse of discarded materials.

A key focus was the concept of ‘Waste to Wealth’, encouraging offices to transform unused and discarded materials into useful products through innovative reuse practices.

These activities aimed to promote awareness about waste management, resource conservation and responsible workplace practices while reducing waste generation.

The initiatives also supported the broader objectives of improving cleanliness and creating an environmentally responsible working culture across the Department’s offices.

Shramdaan Activity Held at Krishi Bhawan

As part of the campaign, DAHD organised a Shramdaan activity at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, on October 31, 2026, under the leadership of Secretary Shri Naresh Pal Gangwar.

Officials participated in the cleanliness drive, reaffirming their commitment to workplace hygiene and collective responsibility.

The programme concluded with the distribution of Swachhata Kits by the Secretary to housekeeping staff and officials, recognising the importance of their contribution to maintaining clean and hygienic workplaces.

Impact on Hospitality, Food Service and Travel & Tourism

Although Special Campaign 6.0 primarily focuses on government office administration, its emphasis on cleanliness, waste management, resource conservation and responsible disposal of materials has relevance for the wider hospitality and tourism industry.

1. Hotel and Restaurant Waste Management

The campaign’s waste-to-wealth approach offers a relevant model for hotels, restaurants, cafés and institutional kitchens to improve waste segregation, recycling and the reuse of suitable materials.

2. Sustainable Hospitality Operations

The focus on workplace cleanliness and environmental responsibility reinforces practices that hospitality businesses can adopt across kitchens, guest areas, housekeeping departments and back-of-house operations.

3. Food Waste Reduction and Resource Efficiency

The campaign’s broader resource-conservation approach aligns with opportunities for food businesses to reduce wastage, improve inventory management and explore responsible disposal and recycling systems.

4. Tourism Destination Cleanliness

Cleanliness initiatives and responsible waste management are important for maintaining visitor-friendly destinations. Similar practices across hotels, public facilities, tourist attractions and transport hubs can contribute to better visitor experiences.

5. Institutional and Public-Sector Good Governance

The campaign’s focus on timely grievance disposal and administrative efficiency also highlights the importance of responsive public services, which support the wider tourism and hospitality ecosystem.

Cleanliness and Administrative Reforms Remain Key Campaign Priorities

DAHD’s Special Campaign 6.0 achievements highlight the Department’s efforts to improve workplace cleanliness, reduce administrative pendency, strengthen record management and promote responsible resource utilisation.

The cleaning of 247 sites, disposal of more than 10,700 physical files and generation of approximately ₹25.93 lakh through scrap disposal demonstrate the scale of activities undertaken during the month-long exercise.

For the hospitality and tourism industry, the campaign’s emphasis on cleanliness, waste reduction and sustainable resource management reinforces operational practices that are increasingly important for responsible hospitality and destination management.