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The Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with Current AI and Kalpa Impact, concluded the finale of the VYOMA Innovation Challenge at IIIT-Delhi. The challenge featured 10 finalist teams showcasing prototypes built on 'Suno Sutra,' an open-source, multilingual handheld AI reference design co-developed by BHASHINI and Current AI. The solutions targeted public-interest areas such as healthcare, agriculture, welfare access, legal services, and accessibility designed for offline functionality, bandwidth reduction, and privacy protection. Four winning teams—Team Asha Sahayak, Team Shravan, Team Sangrah – Apna Saathi, and Team Sahyak Mitra – A.V.E.R.A.—were recognized. BHASHINI supports multilingual digital inclusion across numerous Indian text and voice languages.

The Ministry of Mines is preparing to launch Special Campaign 6.0, scheduled from October 2 to October 31, 2026, building on the achievements of Special Campaign 5.0 and subsequent efforts from November 2025 to August 2026. The focus area for the upcoming campaign is the effective collection, segregation, and disposal of e-waste. Between November 2025 and August 2026, the Ministry addressed 1,772 public grievances, weeded out 3,751 physical files, freed over 1.7 lakh square feet of office space, and generated approximately Rs. 19.33 crore through scrap disposal via 116 campaigns. Special Campaign 6.0 features a preparatory phase from September 15 to September 30, 2026, followed by the implementation phase. JNARDDC, an autonomous body under the Ministry, will collaborate with MRAI to set up e-waste collection booths to facilitate recycling and recovery of critical minerals in line with the National Critical Mineral Mission.

The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE), organized an interactive workshop in New Delhi for Maharatna and Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) with leading international and domestic credit rating agencies. The workshop aimed to discuss rating methodologies, risk pricing, and debt-market dynamics to empower CPSEs for global and domestic debt markets. Discussions focused on making credit rating processes transparent and efficient, capital structure optimization, and benchmarking public sector creditworthiness to secure cost-effective funding.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), in a coordinated intelligence-led operation with the Assam Rifles, busted a major methamphetamine smuggling syndicate in the North-East Region. Intercepting four trucks across Assam and Tripura on September 15, 2026, authorities recovered a total of 231.8 kg of suspected methamphetamine tablets concealed in the roofs of the driver cabins. Three persons were arrested, and all four vehicles were seized under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The estimated market value of the contraband runs into several hundred crore rupees.

The Indian Parliamentary Delegation participated in the second day of deliberations at the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town, South Africa. Members of the delegation—including Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Shri Harivansh, state speakers, and members of parliament—engaged in sessions concerning inclusive fair trade, intergenerational equality, gender mainstreaming, accessibility for people with disabilities, and inclusivity measures in capacity-strained parliaments. The Indian delegation highlighted India's experiences in digital payments, institutional credit for farmers, commitment to a rules-based multilateral trading system, and family-friendly workplace initiatives such as creche facilities in legislative bodies.

The Goa International Airport at Dabolim is set to launch a 25-day 'Yatri Sewa Abhiyan' from September 17 to October 10, following an initiative by the Airports Authority of India. The campaign focuses on enhancing passenger assistance, cleanliness, accessibility, cleanliness, and grievance redressal across airports. Special attention is directed towards senior citizens, women, children, persons with disabilities, and travellers requiring additional support through services like 'Sugam Yatra'. Scheduled activities include a First Flyer Assistance programme, cultural welcomes, and digital travel ease, alongside monitoring by Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu on key dates such as the launch day, World Tourism Day, Gandhi Jayanti, and the conclusion.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has announced its participation in Special Campaign 6, scheduled from 2nd to 31st October 2026, aimed at institutionalizing Swachhata and minimizing pendency in government offices. Coordinated by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), the campaign features a preparatory phase, an implementation phase, and an evaluation phase. Special Campaign 6 emphasizes scientific e-waste management with a focus on effective collection, segregation, and disposal. The MoEFCC reported achievements from December 2025 to August 2026, including disposing of public grievances, freeing office space, weeding out files, and earning revenue through scrap disposal.

The inaugural Executive Development Program on Labour Law and Social Security Compliance, jointly developed by the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) and the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS), concluded in Gandhinagar. The three-month hybrid programme trained 60 industry practitioners to bridge the gap between classroom theory and enterprise compliance. It incorporated statutory reforms including the Code on Social Security 2020, revised EPF, EPS, and EDLI frameworks, and EPFO digital portal workflows. Following the completion of the first cohort, the institutions announced that admissions for a second batch will open shortly.

The Department of Rural Development under the Ministry of Rural Development is set to participate in Special Campaign 6.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2026, following guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG). The campaign focuses on promoting cleanliness, institutionalizing swachhata, and reducing pending matters across the department and its autonomous bodies. Previously, under Special Campaign 5.0, the department achieved significant disposal rates for public grievances, MP references, State references, and PMO references. Additionally, ongoing efforts between November 2025 and August 2026 resulted in the disposal of numerous pending references including 55,256 public grievances and 124 MP references.

The Department of Health & Family Welfare is launching Special Campaign 6 from 2nd to 31st October 2026 to promote Swachhata, effective disposal of e-waste, workspace cleanliness, and minimization of pendency in government offices. A preparatory phase is scheduled from 15th to 30th September 2026. Between November 2025 and August 2026, the department reviewed over 65,000 files, disposed of more than 47,000 public grievances, and conducted 659 cleanliness campaigns. These continuous efforts freed up 24,299 square feet of space and generated revenue worth ₹21.26 lakh through scrap disposal.

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) has outlined its participation and performance under Special Campaign 5.0 and the subsequent year-round continuation up to August 2026, conducted under guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG). The initiatives focused on institutionalizing cleanliness, reducing pendency in government offices, weeding out physical and electronic files, resolving public grievances, MP references, and generating revenue through scrap disposal. DAHD is currently gearing up for its involvement in Special Campaign 6.

The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs undertook activities under Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on cleanliness, efficient record management, disposal of pending matters, space optimization, and paperless governance from October 2025 through August 2026. The Ministry achieved 100 per cent disposal of identified public grievances and pending public grievance appeals, weeded out 172 files, freed office space, and disposed of obsolete materials and e-waste. It further promoted paperless governance through digital platforms like e-Office, e-HRMS, and the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) for State Legislatures. Additionally, the Ministry coordinated to expedite pending legislative matters such as Parliamentary Assurances and Rule 377 matters.

The Ministry of Science & Technology released a report detailing the achievements of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) regarding cleanliness and disposal of pending matters between November 2025 and August 2026, following Special Campaign 5.0. During this period, the DBT conducted cleanliness drives across 291 sites, disposed of 290 public grievances and 25 appeals, freed 29,350 square feet of office space, and generated a revenue of ₹38,77,235 through the disposal of e-waste and scrap. Activities were carried out across various autonomous institutions and field formations under the department and reviewed regularly by the Secretary of DBT.

The Union Minister of Culture and Tourism launched the 8th Edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction in New Delhi, offering 1,498 mementos presented to the Prime Minister on various occasions. The e-auction commences from 17th September 2026 through the official portal, featuring items that represent India's traditional craftsmanship, cultural practices, spiritual traditions, and sporting achievements. Notable items include a Silver Memento of Lord Ram from Karnataka, a Silver Replica of Kakatiya Kala Thoranam, and a Framed Tree of Life Gond Art Painting. Proceeds from the auction are directed toward supporting the Namami Gange Programme. The National Gallery of Modern Art coordinated the documentation, exhibition, and operational aspects of the initiative in coordination with other agencies.

The Ministry of Steel and its Public Sector Undertakings are participating in Special Campaign 6.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2026, preceded by a preparatory phase from September 15 to 30, 2026. The campaign focuses on cleanliness, sustainability, efficient governance, and specifically highlights the effective collection, segregation, and disposal of e-waste as per the E-waste (Management) Rules, 2022. Other priority areas include mechanised cleaning practices, timely disposal of pending administrative references and old files, and digital awareness outreach. The initiative builds upon the outcomes of Special Campaign 5.0 held in October 2025.

The Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports chaired district-level review meetings in Saitual and Kolasib during a visit to Mizoram in September 2026. The discussions focused on grassroots sports, youth engagement, substance-abuse prevention under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, agriculture, organic produce supply linkages, infrastructure, and healthcare. Key administrative and developmental priorities were evaluated, including road connectivity, the functioning of Krishi Vigyan Kendras, cooperatives, the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), and the mobilisation of youth through the MY Bharat platform.

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, observed World Ozone Day 2026 by organizing a beach clean-up and plastic collection drive at Nagaon Beach, Mumbai. This event formed part of the Ministry of Earth Sciences' nationwide 'Swachh Sagar, Surakshit Sagar (SSSS) 5.0' campaign, which ran from 12 to 19 September 2026 as a precursor to International Coastal Cleanup Day. The initiative involved officials, students, and local community volunteers taking a pledge for coastal health, carrying out manual waste segregation, and handing over 200 kg of plastic waste to local municipal authorities and authorized recycling agencies.

The Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) under the Ministry of Finance achieved zero pendency in key categories such as Public Grievances, Appeals, Inter-Ministerial and PMO References, and Parliamentary Assurances under the Special Campaign 5.0 framework between November 2025 and August 2026. The department also undertook Swachhata initiatives including urinal sensor installations, the scrapping of a condemned vehicle to optimize parking space, and the organization of a Swachhata Pakhwada in January 2026. DIPAM is now preparing for Special Campaign 6.0 scheduled from 2nd to 31st October 2026.

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, has started preparations for Special Campaign 6.0, scheduled to be implemented from October 2 to October 31, 2026. Following guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), the campaign focuses on institutionalizing cleanliness, space management, prompt disposal of pending matters, and the scientific management of e-waste across secretariat and field offices. Between November 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026, the Department recorded achievements including the disposal of References from Members of Parliament, Parliamentary Assurances, public grievances, and PMO references, all tracked on DARPG's SCDPM Portal.

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is preparing for the upcoming Special Swachchta Campaign 6.0, following the completion of over 90% of its targets under Special Campaign 5.0. The upcoming campaign focuses on influencing citizens, enhancing governance through digital workflows, institutionalizing e-waste management, and implementing waste-to-wealth practices. The Ministry's past efforts included workplace cleanliness, office space optimization, addressing pending references and public grievances (CPGRAMS), continuous plantation and health checkup drives, and scrap disposal for better record management and space optimization.