New Delhi, Oct 2 (NationPress) The government has successfully generated Rs 3,296.71 crore through the disposal of e-waste and scrap, while also clearing over 696.27 lakh sq. ft. of office space for productive use in the past four years, as per Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh.

During the launch of the “Special Swachhta Campaign 5.0” at Nehru Park in the capital, Dr. Singh remarked that the campaign has led to noticeable improvements in governance and public services.

He pointed out that more than 137.86 lakh outdated files have been eliminated, and over 12.04 lakh cleanliness sites across India have been cleaned in previous phases of the campaign.

The minister commended the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) and other departments for their contributions to these achievements.

He also took part in Shramdaan activities, which included a plantation drive under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative, and participated in the elimination of old files at the event.

Describing the Special Swachhta Campaign as a “remarkable success story of governance in Independent India,” Dr. Singh mentioned that the implementation phase commencing October 2 would prioritize institutionalizing cleanliness efforts, refining administrative processes, and enhancing efficiency in government offices.

He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for transforming cleanliness into a national movement, emphasizing that the Prime Minister’s call from the Red Fort has instigated a change in behavior embraced by households and communities across the nation.

Dr. Singh also recognized “Safai Mitras” by distributing safety kits and sweets, acknowledging their pivotal role in ensuring the campaign's effectiveness at the grassroots level.

The minister noted that various ministries and departments have set ambitious targets for the implementation phase, which includes reviewing nearly 6.9 lakh public grievances, over 26.9 lakh physical files, and more than 5.2 lakh e-files.

The National Archives of India is set to host an exhibition titled “Sushasan aur Abhilekh” on October 10, highlighting historically significant records accessed during earlier Special Campaigns.

As the Special Campaign 5.0 progresses, Dr. Singh reiterated the government’s commitment to cleanliness, transparency, efficiency, and public involvement, while perpetuating Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy of civic duty and collective action.