Department of Land Resources Advances Special Campaign 6 with Focus on Swachhata, Records Management and Pendency Disposal

Ministry of Rural Development Department of Land Resources Advances Special Campaign 6 with Focus on Swachhata, Records Management and Pendency Disposal

Posted On: 19 OCT 2026 12:39PM by PIB Delhi The Department of Land Resources is implementing Special Campaign 6 with a focused emphasis on institutionalizing Swachhata, strengthening records management and expediting the disposal of pending matters. The implementation of the Campaign is being closely monitored under the guidance of Secretary (LR), with a strong focus on accountability, regular reviews and achievement of time-bound outcomes.

Progress under the Campaign is reviewed weekly by Secretary (LR) in meetings with senior officers. Secretary (LR) has also visited the Department’s offices and Record Room and directed all Divisional Heads to ensure effective monitoring of cleanliness drives, systematic review of records and weeding out of files in accordance with the prescribed procedures. The Nodal Officer is conducting regular review meetings with the Divisions and inspecting office premises to assess progress and ensure effective implementation.

Officers and officials have been sensitized to the objectives of the Campaign and are actively participating in its various activities.

The Department has made significant progress in the disposal of pending matters and the review of records. Of the 12 identified cleanliness activities, 5 have been completed.

Further, 90% of public grievances have been disposed of against the target set for the Campaign. In the area of records management, 945 out of 1,280 physical files and 242 out of 501 e-files have been reviewed for recording, weeding out or closure, as applicable.

Progress under the Campaign is being regularly updated on the SCDPM Portal of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).

As part of its efforts to promote awareness and encourage employee participation, the Department organized a debate on “Swachhata Evam Jal Sanchay” on 29 September 2026.

Recognizing the importance of mental and physical well-being, a Yoga Session was organized for employees on 30 September 2026 at the Rejuve Wellness Centre, Shivaji Stadium Annexe Office, New Delhi. On the same day, the Department also felicitated its cleaning and housekeeping staff in recognition of their dedicated services and valuable contribution towards maintaining cleanliness in the workplace.In the spirit of the Swachhata Hi Seva initiative and its theme, “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath”, the Department organized a Shramdaan activity at the public park near Scope Complex, New Delhi, on 1 October 2026. Further, the Department observed Swachhata Pakhwada from 1 to 15 October 2026, reaffirming its commitment to promoting cleanliness, hygiene and sustainable behavioural change in the workplace.

To encourage environmental awareness and community participation, officers and staff were encouraged to undertake plantation activities at their homes and in nearby areas on 2 October 2026 under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative. Other activities planned under the Campaign include another Yoga Session, a lecture on mental health and a painting competition for employees.

The Department is also disseminating information on the activities undertaken and progress achieved under the Campaign through its social media platforms, including X, Facebook and Instagram, with a view to raising awareness and highlighting its initiatives.

Through sustained monitoring, systematic records management, expeditious disposal of pending matters and active participation of officers and staff, the Department of Land Resources is making concerted efforts to achieve the objectives of Special Campaign 6.

These initiatives reflect the Department’s continued commitment to institutionalizing Swachhata and fostering a clean, efficient, well-organized and responsive work environment.SS/HR (Release ID: 2325024)Visitor Counter : 354

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