New Delhi, October 2: In pursuance of the guidelines issued by the Government, the Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), along with its attached and subordinate organizations – including the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs), and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) – officially commenced Special Campaign 6, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, on October 2, 2026.

Following an intensive Preparatory Phase (September 15–30, 2026) where baseline targets, site identifications, and record inventories were successfully completed, the Department has now transitioned into the active implementation phase running upto October 31, 2026.

Campaign Metrics & Baseline Targets for Special Campaign 6:

1. Cleanliness Campaigns: 12,208 cleanliness and outstation office drives scheduled across organizational units.
2. Pendency & Grievance Redressal Targets: Active resolution tracking is underway for 4 MP references, 2 Parliamentary Assurances, 1 Inter-Ministerial Cabinet proposal, 58 State Government references, 2 PMO references, 72 Public Grievances (CPGRAMS), 18 Public Grievance Appeals, and 20 Easing of Rules/Process items.
3. Record Management: Review of 2,716 physical files and 20 e-files to optimize workspace and streamline documentation.
4. Scientific E-Waste Management: Systematic disposal targeting an aggregate of 1,011 quantities of obsolete equipment – including 602 units of IT & telecommunication equipment, 196 consumer electrical/electronic & photovoltaic units, 53 large/small electrical appliances, 5 laboratory instruments, 154 other electronic assets, and electrical tools, through MoEFCC – empanelled recyclers.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Scientific E-Waste Management: Safe segregation and disposal, compliant with E-Waste Management Rules.
2. Pendency Liquidation: Swift closure of public grievances, parliamentary assurances, and official references.
3. Space Optimization: Promoting clean, clutter-free working environments through systematic record reviews and scrap clearance.

The Department remains committed to institutionalizing Swachhata and elevating governance standards throughout this month-long nationwide initiative. Daily progress updates and best practices will be shared via the national SCDPM portal.