The Ministry of Coal and its Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) demonstrated exceptional performance during Special Campaign 6, significantly exceeding all targets across multiple parameters. The Ministry cleaned 2,035 sites against a target of 1,565, achieving 130% of the target, and cleared over 14.84 million square feet of area against the planned 10.18 million square feet, representing 146% achievement.
In scrap disposal, the Ministry processed 17,686 metric tons against a target of 10,909 metric tons, achieving 162% of the target and generating total revenue of ₹61.41 crore. The administrative efficiency was highlighted by perfect 100% disposal rates in resolving all 253 Public Grievances and clearing all 52 PMO references. File management saw extensive review of 1,79,793 physical and E-files against a target of 59,593, with 1,70,336 files weeded out and closed.
Several innovative waste-to-wealth initiatives were implemented by CPSEs: NLC India Limited developed a Waste-to-Wealth Children's Eco Park at Mine-I, Neyveli, reusing 2.5 MT of iron scrap, 3,000 solid blocks, and salvaged timber including wood recovered from trees felled during Cyclone Thane. Eastern Coalfields Limited transformed a junk storage room into a fully equipped crèche facility at its Sanctoria headquarters. Northern Coalfields Limited creatively upcycled scrap oil drums to construct an aesthetic welcome sign board for 'Krishnakunj'.
South Eastern Coalfields Limited showcased multiple initiatives: Singhali Underground Mine workers constructed a working model of the Paste-Fill Mining System from scrap materials to demonstrate fly ash and industrial waste backfilling; Kusmunda Area built a replica of Tiger Hill with soldier figures and the National Flag to honor Indian Armed Forces sacrifices during Operation Vijay; and Bhatgaon Area introduced a 'Kabaad Se Jugaad' installation featuring a miner figure to advocate waste reduction. The Mandamarri Area of SCCL transformed waste scrap materials into religious artworks including a Shiv Ling idol and Trishul artwork.
The campaign was supported by extensive social media outreach featuring 16,424 tweets and 38 PIB releases. These comprehensive clean-up operations, combined with creative employee-welfare and environmental practices, demonstrate the Ministry's commitment to governance excellence, resource optimization, and the broader goals of Swachh Bharat.