Dr. Jitendra Singh Reviews Preparedness for Special Campaign 6.0

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed the preparedness and implementation timeline of Special Campaign 6.0 with Science Ministries and Departments. Scheduled from October 2 to October 31, 2026, the campaign sets a target of 1,500 cleanliness sites, with the Ministry of Earth Sciences targeting 100 sites. The initiative focuses on visible cleanliness outcomes, space optimization, record management, shredding of old files, and the systematic segregation, recycling, and disposal of e-waste using scientific capabilities. DARPG coordinates the campaign via a digital portal. Furthermore, the review evaluated budgetary expenditures, noting that DSIR and MoES achieved their 50 percent expenditure target by September 30.