In adherence to Government’s campaign on Swachhata to instil cleanliness and hygiene in the workplace and its surroundings, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) continued to organise nationwide cleanliness campaign. During the period Dec. 2023 and Aug. 2024, a total 757 events in this respect were conducted, 2982 files were weeded out, 19.07 Lakh Sq. Feet Space freed after scrap disposal/cleanliness and Rs.69.37 Crore revenue earned from disposal of scrap. These events have significantly contributed to the enhancement of workplace experience, space management and a healthy working atmosphere, while also generating revenue.

Ministry of Heavy Industries had been a leading performer during the Special Campaign 3.0 on Swachhata. During the Special Campaign 3.0, the Ministry achieved 2nd Position in space freed by disposal of scrap and created 21 Lakh Sq. Ft. and achieved 5th Position in revenue generation by generating a Revenue of Rs. 4.66 Crore as a proceed of sale of redundant material.

The Ministry is in the process of finalising locations in consultation with the CPSEs/ABs under the administrative control of the Ministry within the preparatory phase of upcoming Special Campaign 4.0 and will make concerted efforts to ensure that the goals be achieved during Special Campaign 4.0 held from 02 Oct 2024 to 31 Oct 2024.

The Ministry along with its CPSEs/ABs celebrated Swachhata Pakhwara between 16th August to 31st August wherein various activities and events were organized to emphasize the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment. Further, the Ministry along with it’s CPSEs and ABs is also participating in Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign wherein cleanliness targets have been identified. During the Campaign period between 17th September, 2024 to 01^st October,2024 these identified places will be cleaned with the participation of the community which will increase awareness about the significance of cleanliness and sanitation among the people.

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