DST Reviews Preparedness for Special Campaign 6; Calls for Focused Action on Swachhata, E-Waste and Public Outreach

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) reviewed the preparedness of its Autonomous Institutions and field organisations for the Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 6, scheduled from 2 October to 31 October 2026. Chaired by the Joint Secretary (Administration) and Nodal Officer, the hybrid meeting assessed targets identified during the preparatory phase. The campaign emphasizes systematic cleanliness, weeding out obsolete records, optimizing office space, timely disposal of pending matters, and responsible disposal of e-waste through authorised recyclers pursuant to the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. Additionally, the initiative highlights public outreach, digital documentation, and the institutionalisation of good governance and workplace efficiency.