The Ministry of Heavy Industries is running nationwide cleanliness campaigns as part of two government initiatives: Special Campaign 6.0 and Swachhata Hi Seva 2026. These drives aim to improve hygiene and cleanliness in government offices and public spaces across the country.
What the Ministry has achieved
Between December 2025 and August 2026, the Ministry of Heavy Industries and its associated public sector enterprises conducted 456 cleanliness campaigns. These efforts resulted in:
- Removal of 6,115 old files from storage
- Freeing up approximately 6.14 lakh square feet of office space
- Generating around ₹60.34 crore in revenue through the sale of scrap material
During Special Campaign 5.0, which ran from 2nd October to 31st October 2025, the Ministry ranked 6th nationally in revenue generation from scrap disposal, earning ₹9.88 crore. It secured 2nd position in the amount of office space freed, which totalled 44.44 lakh square feet. This reclaimed space has been converted into meeting halls, libraries, and leisure areas for staff.
The Ministry observed Swachhata Pakhwada from 16th to 30th August 2026, during which awareness programmes and activities promoting cleanliness and sustainable practices were organized. It is now participating in the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign, running from 17th September to 2nd October 2026.
The Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign operates under the theme “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat” and focuses on five key areas: transforming cleanliness target units and public places, promoting cleanliness awareness among youth, ensuring safety and dignity for sanitation workers, encouraging public participation, and linking cleanliness to prosperity.
The Ministry plans to conduct the main phase of Special Campaign 6.0 from 2nd October to 31st October 2026 and is currently identifying locations where focused efforts will be made.
What this means for you
If you work in a government office under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, you can expect improved workplace conditions as old files are cleared and spaces are reorganized. The campaigns reflect a broader government push to modernize office environments and reduce clutter. Citizens using public spaces managed by these bodies may also notice cleaner facilities as part of these nationwide cleanliness initiatives.