The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has started preparing for Special Campaign 6 for Disposal of Pending Matters, a government-wide initiative to clear old files, reduce administrative backlog and improve workplace organisation. The campaign runs through October 2026, with a particular focus this year on collecting and disposing of electronic waste responsibly.
During the preparatory phase from 15 to 30 September 2026, the Ministry and its Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and Autonomous Bodies are reviewing accumulated files, identifying obsolete equipment and planning cleanliness drives across their offices and industrial units. The actual implementation phase will run from 2 to 31 October 2026.
Key facts
- 272 sites identified for intensive cleanliness drives
- 18,22,374 square feet of office space to be freed up by disposing clutter and obsolete materials
- 4,003 physical files identified for review and removal under record retention rules
- 51,582 e-files (digital files) identified for closure to improve records management
- 439 electronic waste items identified for collection and disposal
- Preparatory phase: 15 to 30 September 2026
- Implementation phase: 2 to 31 October 2026
What is Special Campaign 6
Special Campaigns for Disposal of Pending Matters are periodic government exercises designed to reduce administrative delays and improve the functioning of ministries and public sector organisations. They involve reviewing old files, clearing backlogs and disposing of unnecessary materials. Special Campaign 6 is the latest iteration of this initiative, with participating agencies across government implementing similar activities simultaneously.
Focus on e-waste management
This year’s campaign emphasises responsible electronic waste management, aligning with environmental and regulatory requirements. CPSEs under the Ministry such as Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) are identifying e-waste generated at their establishments and disposing of it according to the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. These rules set standards for how organisations must handle discarded electronic equipment to prevent environmental damage and enable recovery of valuable materials.
E-waste includes old computers, printers, servers, cables and other electronic devices that are no longer usable. Proper segregation and disposal prevents toxic materials from contaminating soil and water while allowing recyclable components to be recovered.
Cleanliness and space management
Beyond file disposal, the campaign targets workplace cleanliness and efficient use of office space. CPSEs and autonomous bodies are conducting cleanliness drives across office campuses and industrial units. By disposing of clutter, broken furniture, obsolete machinery and other accumulated materials, organisations aim to free up over 18 lakh square feet of space. This makes workplaces safer, more organised and easier to maintain.
The exercise also reviews physical and digital records. Staff are going through old files to identify which ones must be retained under legal or administrative requirements and which can be destroyed. Similarly, digital filing systems are being cleaned by closing unnecessary e-files, improving the efficiency of record management systems.
Monitoring and implementation
The Ministry is conducting regular review meetings with nodal officers and senior officials of CPSEs and autonomous bodies to track progress. During the preparatory phase, organisations are maintaining detailed records of their activities including file reviews, cleanliness efforts, scrap disposal, space freed and e-waste collected. This data helps the Ministry assess readiness before the full implementation phase begins in October.
What this means for you
If you work in a Ministry of Heavy Industries office or one of its CPSEs, you may be involved in file reviews, cleanliness activities or e-waste disposal during the implementation phase. Citizens seeking approvals or clearances from these organisations may experience smoother processing as pending matters are cleared and administrative systems are streamlined. The emphasis on proper e-waste disposal also supports broader national efforts to manage electronic waste responsibly, protecting the environment for communities near industrial and office facilities.
What happens next
The preparatory phase concludes on 30 September 2026. The full implementation of Special Campaign 6 runs from 2 to 31 October 2026, during which CPSEs and autonomous bodies will intensify their file disposal, cleanliness drives and e-waste management activities based on plans finalised during the current preparation period.