Indian Railways scrap disposal generated Rs 628.49 crore during Special Campaign 6, exceeding its Rs 600 crore target. The month-long campaign also freed 6,20,121 square feet of space across railway establishments.
The Ministry of Railways conducted the campaign from October 2 to October 31. It covered zonal railways, divisions, production units, public sector undertakings and other railway establishments.
Furthermore, the campaign involved more than one lakh cleanliness drives. These activities covered railway stations, offices, workshops and other railway facilities.
Indian Railways scrap disposal exceeds campaign target
The campaign generated Rs 628.49 crore through the disposal of scrap and obsolete materials. Consequently, the Railways exceeded its target of Rs 600 crore.
The exercise also reclaimed 6,20,121 square feet of space. Officials removed obsolete materials, scrap and other unwanted items from railway premises.
According to the ministry, the initiative aimed to improve cleanliness and administrative efficiency. It also sought to create more organised working environments across railway establishments.
Railways disposes of over 1.5 lakh e-waste units
Electronic waste management was a key focus during Special Campaign 6. Indian Railways disposed of more than 1.5 lakh units of e-waste during the drive.
The disposal generated Rs 10.43 crore in revenue. Moreover, the exercise supported efforts towards responsible waste collection, segregation and disposal.
The ministry said the campaign combined cleanliness activities with measures to improve resource management. It also focused on removing accumulated waste from railway facilities.
Campaign targets pending grievances and official records
Special Campaign 6 also covered the review of old physical and electronic records. Additionally, railway establishments worked to clear pending public grievances and appeals.
The exercise included action on Parliamentary assurances, VIP references and other long-pending matters. According to the ministry, these measures aimed to improve record management and reduce administrative pendency.
Meanwhile, Indian Railways organised a nationwide Rail Jan Samvad programme to strengthen citizen engagement.
The programme took place simultaneously at 5,884 railway stations on October 22. It allowed passengers to share feedback and suggestions directly with senior railway officials.
The campaign brought together cleanliness drives, scrap management and administrative reviews across the railway network. It also provided passengers with a platform to communicate their concerns and suggestions.
