The Ministry of Coal is intensifying efforts to advance cleanliness, efficient space utilisation and responsible waste management across its offices and public sector undertakings under the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6

As part of the campaign, an e-waste collection drive was organised at a dedicated kiosk in the Main Entrance Lobby of GPOA-3, New Delhi. Union Minister of Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy and Minister of State for Coal and Mines Shri Satish Chandra Dubey participated in the drive by depositing discarded electronic items at the kiosk. The activity highlighted the importance of responsible e-waste disposal, systematic collection and scientific recycling in promoting environmental sustainability and resource efficiency.

To review the progress of the campaign, the Ministry of Coal convened a meeting with Nodal Officers from Coal India Limited (CIL) and its subsidiaries, NLC India Limited (NLCIL), Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) and the Coal Mines Provident Fund Organisation (CMPFO). The meeting assessed the status of ongoing activities and emphasised the need to expedite implementation, maintain momentum and complete all identified tasks within the stipulated timelines. Shri Sanjeev Kumar Kassi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Coal called upon the participating organisations to intensify their efforts and ensure the timely achievement of campaign targets.

Under Special Campaign 6, CPSEs under the Ministry of Coal have made notable progress in cleanliness and space management, with 562 sites cleaned and transformed by the midpoint of the implementation phase. These efforts reflect a sustained commitment to improving workplace environments, eliminating unused and cluttered spaces, and promoting better utilisation of infrastructure across offices and field establishments.

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ECL undertook a comprehensive cleaning and beautification drive across 15,000 sq. ft. in Pandaveswar Area. The activity involved the removal of wild vegetation, bushes, weeds and accumulated debris, significantly improving the cleanliness, safety and appearance of the premises.

 

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WCL: The Security Department at WCL Headquarters transformed an underutilised space into a modern, well-organised Corporate Security Office under Special Campaign 6. The initiative demonstrates the effective utilisation of existing infrastructure to create a more functional and organised workplace.

Through these concerted efforts, the Ministry of Coal and its CPSEs are advancing the objectives of Special Campaign 6.0 by combining cleanliness drives, scientific waste management and the productive use of available spaces. The campaign continues to reinforce a culture of cleanliness, accountability and operational efficiency across the coal sector.

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