Secretary of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Smt. Nivedita Shukla Verma, conducted field visits in Mumbai on October 22, 2026 to review implementation of Special Campaign 6 at offices of the Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Finance. The campaign focuses on cleanliness, space management, disposal of obsolete records and materials, and promoting efficient and sustainable workplace management practices across government offices.
At Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), the Secretary reviewed passenger amenities and initiatives to enhance passenger convenience. She participated in Rail Jan Samvad, interacting with commuters while reviewing facilities at the station, including main line platforms, ticketing facilities, and the heritage building. The visit assessed field-level initiatives to improve public-facing services and maintain clean, organized railway premises. Additional Secretary of DARPG Shri Puneet Yadav and General Manager of Central Railways Shri Rajeev Srivastava accompanied the review.
At State Bank Bhavan, Corporate Centre, the Secretary met with top management of State Bank of India and reviewed a presentation on Special Campaign 6 initiatives. During the visit, she launched an e-book on Cyber Fraud Awareness together with SBI Chairperson Shri CS Setty, aimed at promoting awareness about cyber fraud and encouraging safe digital practices. The Secretary also viewed 'Punarnava', an e-waste-to-art sculpture installed at the entrance, demonstrating the repurposing of discarded electronic materials through creative reuse. She inspected the renovated SBI Auditorium, which reflects the campaign's focus on optimal utilization of existing office spaces and transformation of underutilized infrastructure.
Special Campaign 6 emphasizes institutionalizing cleanliness, clearing obsolete records, reclaiming underutilized office space, and ensuring scientific disposal and recycling of waste including electronic waste. The campaign promotes efficiency, environmental responsibility, and sustainable resource management across government offices and public institutions. The visits aimed to translate campaign objectives into tangible outcomes through regular monitoring, effective implementation, and adoption of sustainable workplace practices.