The Ministry of Steel and its Central Public Sector Enterprises have started a month-long drive to clear thousands of pending administrative files and resolve public complaints. The Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) 6 runs from October 2 to October 31, 2026, and aims to improve file management and reduce delays in the ministry’s operations.
Key facts
- Campaign period: October 2 to 31, 2026
- Physical files targeted for disposal: 20,763
- Electronic files targeted for disposal: 9,056
- Public grievances to be resolved: 37
- Cleanliness activities planned: 301
- Preparatory phase completed: September 15 to 30, 2026
What the campaign covers
The Ministry of Steel has set specific targets across multiple areas during the implementation phase. The campaign is designed to tackle the accumulation of old records that slow down decision-making and block efficient use of office space.
A major focus is the disposal of nearly 30,000 files, split between physical documents (20,763) and digital records (9,056). These include files from various sources such as references from Members of Parliament, the Prime Minister’s Office, VIP requests, Cabinet communications and matters referred by State Governments.
The ministry is also prioritising the resolution of 37 pending public grievances with the explicit goal of eliminating all pending complaints by the end of October. Alongside file clearance, the campaign includes 301 cleanliness drives across different ministry offices and locations to improve the working environment and ensure proper record management.
How the campaign is structured
The campaign operated in two phases. From September 15 to 30, the Ministry of Steel and its Central Public Sector Enterprises completed a preparatory phase, during which they identified pending matters, set clear targets and organised their teams for the implementation phase.
The implementation phase began on October 2. During this month, teams across the ministry and its public sector companies will actively work on clearing files, responding to grievances and conducting cleanliness activities. This structured approach allows the ministry to manage the workload systematically rather than attempting rapid clearance without planning.
Why this matters
Pending files and unresolved grievances create inefficiency in government operations. Old files consume physical storage space, delay decision-making on policy matters and can frustrate citizens waiting for responses to complaints. The campaign addresses these systemic issues by setting concrete targets and deadlines for disposal.
By clearing grievances and files, the ministry can improve its response times for future requests. Better record management also ensures that important documents are properly maintained and easier to retrieve when needed. Cleanliness drives contribute to healthier, more organised workspaces that can improve staff productivity.
What this means for you
If you have filed a complaint or grievance with the Ministry of Steel, the campaign increases the likelihood that your matter will be addressed by the end of October 2026. The ministry’s focus on resolving all pending public grievances suggests a push to clear the backlog of unresolved requests.
Citizens and businesses dealing with the ministry on policy matters or seeking information may also benefit from faster processing of their requests once old files are cleared and the ministry’s administrative systems are streamlined. The improvements in record management should make it easier for the ministry to locate and process relevant documents in future interactions.