New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) As many as 147 references from Members of Parliament, 141 references from state governments, 11,902 public grievances and 1,666 appeals were disposed of by the Union Home Ministry during Special Campaign 6 for Disposal of Pending Matters, conducted from October 2 to 31, an official said on Tuesday.
During the campaign 2,19,644 physical files and 30,385 electronic files were reviewed and 78,125 square feet of office space was freed through effective record management and disposal of redundant material, the official said in a statement.
More than Rs 10.17 crore was generated through the disposal of scrap, of which Rs 2.63 crore through e-waste disposal, it added.
“The campaigned special focus on social media outreach. Around 1,200 posts carrying the hashtag #SpecialCampaign6 were shared across various social media platforms, including X, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, to create awareness and highlight the activities and achievements of the campaign,” the statement said.
As part of Special Campaign 6, a special one-day intensive drive was organised on October 13, with a focus on accelerating the achievement of campaign targets through coordinated efforts across the Ministry and its attached and subordinate offices.
“The activities undertaken included tree plantation drives, intensive cleanliness campaigns and weeding out of old and redundant records, along with other initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, improving workplace cleanliness and ensuring efficient records management,” the statement said.
The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation across the Ministry and its organisations, contributing significantly to the achievement of the campaign’s objectives.
The Ministry of Home Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining the momentum generated by Special Campaign 6, with continued emphasis on efficient service delivery, accountability, cleanliness and the promotion of a positive work culture, the statement added.
The active involvement of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and other affiliated organisations further strengthened the campaign and contributed significantly to its successful implementation.
–IANS
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