The Department of Posts has made considerable progress during the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6, aiming to improve working conditions and citizen experience at postal establishments.
The Ministry of Communications' Department of Posts is making significant strides in the ongoing Special Campaign 6. The campaign, initiated from October 2nd and scheduled to conclude on the 31st, aims to institutionalize cleanliness, reduce pendency, promote efficient record management, and ensure responsible disposal of e-waste. It also targets improving the working environment and enhancing citizen experience at postal establishments across the country.
As of October 16th, the Department has achieved noteworthy milestones during the campaign's implementation phase. Cleanliness activities have been carried out at 73,814 sites, representing approximately 55% of the overall target of 1,35,000 sites. The department has also resolved 1,00,214 public grievances against a campaign target of 1,50,000, achieving around 67%. Additionally, 764 appeals have been disposed of out of the target of 1,500, equating to approximately 51% of the set goal.
In terms of waste disposal and revenue generation, a total of 3,06,026 kg of scrap has been disposed of since October 2nd, generating approximately ₹67.56 lakh in revenue. Furthermore, 17,980 kg of e-waste has been disposed of, yielding ₹27.64 lakh.
In an effort to promote recycling and resource utilization, postal circles have undertaken innovative initiatives. For instance, in West Bengal Circle, departmental carpenters and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) renovated the Senior Manager’s Chamber at the Mail Motor Service (MMS), Kolkata, using recycled wooden scrap.
The Department of Posts has also introduced a phygital mail service for traffic e-challans issued by Gujarat Police, demonstrating its potential to facilitate the delivery of digitally generated citizen services through its extensive physical reach.
Source:
Press Information Bureau
