Over 150 Nodal Officers to Monitor Campaign Across Railway Units; ‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ to Strengthen Passenger Engagement

Posted On: 21 September 2026 | PIB Delhi

Indian Railways is preparing for Special Campaign 6 for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM 6), with the nationwide initiative placing emphasis on Swachhata, e-waste management, scrap disposal, space optimisation and clearance of pending references across the railway network.

The campaign is being implemented in two phases, with the preparatory phase running from September 15–30, 2026, followed by the main implementation phase from October 2–31, 2026.

Key Highlights

• SCDPM 6 to run across Zonal Railways, divisions, PSUs, production units and training institutes.
• More than 150 nodal officers designated to coordinate and monitor activities.
• Focus on e-waste collection, segregation and disposal under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.
• Scrap disposal to follow provisions under the General Financial Rules (GFR).
• Campaign will address space management and office beautification.
• Pending references and matters will be identified and cleared.
• Process and rule simplification included in the campaign framework.
• Rail Jan Samvaad to be organised for greater public engagement.
• Previous campaign generated ₹570 crore through disposal activities and freed 6.06 lakh sq. ft. of space.

Railway Board Steps Up Monitoring

The Railway Board has issued detailed instructions to railway field units to prepare campaign targets, identify campaign sites and mobilise ground-level personnel.

More than 150 nodal officers have been appointed across Indian Railways to coordinate implementation and submit progress information on a daily basis. The information will feed into the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) monitoring system, enabling real-time tracking and weekly reviews.

The campaign will cover Zonal Railways, Divisional Offices, Public Sector Undertakings, Production Units and Central Training Institutes, with the Ministry seeking participation across the entire railway organisation.

E-Waste and Scrap Disposal Take Centre Stage

One of the key priorities of SCDPM 6 is the effective collection, segregation and disposal of e-waste in accordance with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.

Railway units will also identify scrap for disposal under the applicable General Financial Rules. Alongside waste management, the campaign will focus on better utilisation of office space, beautification and simplification of processes and rules.

The initiative also targets the clearance of pending references and other administrative matters, making operational efficiency another important component of the campaign.

Building on Previous Campaign Results

Indian Railways reported that during SCDPM 5.0, it achieved 100% of its identified targets relating to public grievances, VIP references and other pending matters.

The previous campaign also resulted in:

• 6.06 lakh sq. ft. of space released
• ₹570 crore in revenue generated through disposal activities
• Clearance of identified pending matters across railway units

For SCDPM 6, the Ministry intends to institutionalise cleanliness and administrative efficiency as part of routine railway operations.

‘Rail Jan Samvaad’ to Expand Passenger Engagement

Following initiatives such as Rail Chaupal under SCDPM 4.0 and Amrit Samvaad under SCDPM 5.0, Indian Railways will organise Rail Jan Samvaad during the latest campaign.

The initiative is intended to strengthen communication with citizens and provide another platform for dialogue between railway authorities and the travelling public.

What It Means for Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

For the travel and tourism ecosystem, cleanliness and efficient railway infrastructure are directly linked to the overall passenger experience.

Indian Railways is a major transport channel for leisure, pilgrimage, heritage and business travel. Improvements in railway facilities, space management and waste disposal can therefore contribute to a cleaner and more organised travel environment.

The campaign has potential relevance for:

• Tourist rail journeys and pilgrimage travel, where high passenger volumes place greater pressure on facilities.
• Railway stations serving tourism destinations, particularly those experiencing seasonal visitor surges.
• Food and beverage operators within railway premises, through stronger waste-management practices.
• Hotels and tourism businesses located around major railway stations, which depend on efficient passenger movement.
• Sustainable tourism, through greater emphasis on responsible waste and e-waste management.

Industry Takeaway

SCDPM 6 extends the cleanliness agenda across Indian Railways from station upkeep to e-waste, scrap, space and administrative management. With more than 150 nodal officers monitoring implementation and Rail Jan Samvaad adding a public-engagement component, the campaign is aimed at making cleanliness and responsive administration part of routine railway operations.

For the hospitality and tourism industry, the relevance lies in the potential for cleaner, better-managed railway infrastructure to strengthen the passenger experience and support more sustainable travel across India’s tourism network.