The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) under the Union Ministry of Education observed a special campaign from October 2 – 31, 2026. The focus was on administrative efficiency, cleanliness, and responsible e-waste management.
The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Union Ministry of Education, conducted a nationwide special campaign titled 'Special Campaign 6' from October 2 – 31, 2026. The primary objectives were to improve administrative efficiency, enhance cleanliness, and promote responsible e-waste management. This campaign was executed under the aegis of Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE.
The Department and its autonomous bodies focused on minimising pendency in official work, reviewing files across various categories, weeding out obsolete files, and strengthening record management practices. As part of these efforts, 41,181 files were reviewed, and 31,010 files were weeded out. The Campaign resulted in 1,84,828 sq. ft. of office space being freed and revenue generation of ₹67.27 lakh through the disposal of scrap.
Over seven lakh cleanliness campaigns were conducted in schools and offices under the Department. During the preparatory and implementation phase of Special Campaign 6 from 16.9.2026 to 31.10.2026, 58.79 lakh e-waste items were collected by 2.02 crore students and teachers from 2.85 lakh schools across the country.
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