Eastern Coalfields Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, has generated ₹2.21 crore in revenue through the disposal of scrap materials as part of Special Campaign 6. This drive, conducted from October 2 to 16, focuses on improving workplace cleanliness, making better use of resources and enhancing administrative efficiency across the organisation’s operations.
Key facts
- Revenue generated: ₹2.21 crore from iron scrap disposal on October 14
- Scrap disposed: 413.5 metric tonnes against an identified quantity of 850 metric tonnes
- Office space cleared: 62,720 square feet against a target of 2,08,052 square feet (30 per cent achievement)
- Physical files reviewed: 647 files against a target of 1,200
- Obsolete physical files removed: 567 files against a target of 1,000
- E-files reviewed: 3,098 files against a target of 3,800 (81 per cent achievement)
- E-files closed: 2,148 files out of 3,600 identified (60 per cent achievement)
- Cleanliness activities: conducted at 10 locations
- Campaign duration: October 2 to 16, 2026
What is Special Campaign 6
Special Campaign 6 is an efficiency and cleanliness initiative coordinated across government organisations to improve workplace conditions, streamline administrative processes and recover value from unused assets. Eastern Coalfields Limited, one of the largest coal producers in India, has implemented this campaign to systematically address accumulated waste, redundant records and inefficient resource management across its establishments.
Scrap disposal and resource recovery
The most significant outcome of the campaign so far is the disposal of scrap materials. Eastern Coalfields Limited identified 850 metric tonnes of scrap across its operations and has disposed of 413.5 metric tonnes so far. The sale of iron scrap on October 14 alone brought in ₹2.21 crore, representing productive use of materials that would otherwise remain unutilised. This approach transforms obsolete equipment and waste into revenue while freeing up storage space at various locations.
Physical space reclamation
The campaign included a cleanliness drive across 10 identified locations where office and operational space was being underutilised or cluttered. Eastern Coalfields Limited cleared 62,720 square feet of space during the campaign period. While this represents about 30 per cent of the targeted 2,08,052 square feet, it demonstrates meaningful progress in reclaiming usable workspace and improving workplace conditions for staff. The clearing of space is expected to continue as the campaign progresses beyond the initial October period.
Administrative file management
A substantial part of Special Campaign 6 focused on reviewing and managing both physical and digital records. Eastern Coalfields Limited reviewed 647 physical files and identified 567 as obsolete, which were then weeded out from storage systems. This reduces the volume of redundant documents occupying office space and simplifies records management.
The e-file or digital file review achieved stronger results, with 3,098 electronic files reviewed against a target of 3,800, achieving over 81 per cent of the goal. Of the 3,600 e-files identified for closure, 2,148 have been successfully closed, representing nearly 60 per cent completion. This transition from physical to digital records management and the elimination of closed files improves system efficiency and reduces storage demands.
Broader organisational benefits
These efforts align with Eastern Coalfields Limited’s stated goal to institutionalise cleanliness practices, streamline how the organisation operates internally and promote efficient use of resources. Better file management reduces time spent searching for documents. Cleaner workplaces improve employee morale and productivity. Revenue from scrap disposal can be reinvested in operations or development activities.
What this means for you
If you work in government or public sector organisations, this campaign demonstrates an effort to improve workplace conditions and operational efficiency at major institutions. Citizens indirectly benefit through better resource management at coal companies, which contributes to efficient energy production. For those concerned with government spending and accountability, these drives reflect attempts to reduce wastage and recover value from underutilised assets.