The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology is actively implementing Special Campaign 6 from 2nd October, 2026 with a focus to institutionalize Swachhata, reducing pendency, disposal of e-waste, efficient record management, creation of clean and sustainable work places.
Under the active guidance of Secretary, DSIR and a close monitoring by the nodal officer of the Department and counterparts of CSIR, CEL and NRDC, as a part of the targets fixed for the implementation of Special Campaign 6 in the Department, out of the targets of 9805 physical files, 7781 files have already been reviewed and 1448 files weeded out.
The Department has achieved 100% target of reviewing e-files, easing of rules and 95% disposal of pending public grievances and appeals. Out of the target of 150 cleanliness campaign sites, the Department has already conducted cleanliness campaigns at 95 sites in the Headquarters of DIR/ CSIR and CSIR laboratories across the country. A revenue of an amount of Rs. 12,08,047 /- is earned and 2980 square feet space is freed so far.
The Department along with CSIR & its laboratories, CEL and NRDC, will continue to intensify its efforts during the remaining period of Special Campaign 6 with an aim to achieve 100% the fixed targets and to create a positive work environment with a vision to a cleaner, green and healthier India.



