The Department of Biotechnology has accelerated efforts to achieve targets in reducing pendency, record management, and coverage of all campaign sites. It has participated enthusiastically in the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6 for cleanliness and disposal of e-waste material.
The Department of Biotechnology, under the aegis of the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DAR&PG), has been actively working towards achieving its targets in reducing pendency, record management, and coverage of all campaign sites. In collaboration with Scientific Cadre Units, Divisions, and its Autonomous Institutions & PSUs, the department is participating in the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6 as announced by the Govt. of India from October 2 for cleanliness and disposal of e-waste material. The progress of the campaign is being regularly reviewed by Secretary and Joint Secretary & Nodal Officer for the campaign.
Preparatory Phase (15–30 September 2026) saw the Department set key targets, including reviewing and organizing 18,741 e-files, 7,773 physical files, undertaking cleanliness and space-clearing activities at 156 locations covering 46,486 square feet of usable space, disposal of 1,694 e-waste items, and generating revenue of ₹ 39,33,055 from the disposal of e-waste and non-e-waste items.
The Department of Biotechnology observed Swachh Bharat Diwas on October 2, 2026, by organizing an e-waste disposal drive under Special Campaign 6, reaffirming its commitment to cleanliness and responsible waste management. The programme was led by Secretary (DBT) at the DBT (HQ), CGO Complex, Delhi, and was attended by senior officers of the Department.
On the occasion, Secretary, DBT urged everyone to take personal responsibility for maintaining clean surroundings by properly identifying and disposing of obsolete items, e-waste, and unserviceable materials at home and workplace. He emphasized the growing need for responsible management of electronic assets and systematic disposal of obsolete records / scrap material to create both financial value for the public exchequer and usable space for Government offices.
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