New Delhi: Public sector enterprises under the Ministry of Coal have cleaned 1,696 sites and cleared 130.16 lakh square feet under Special Campaign 6. The coal cleanliness campaign also generated around ₹53.94 crore through scrap disposal, exceeding targets for site cleaning and waste management.
The campaign’s implementation phase runs until October 31. The enterprises surpassed their target of 1,565 sites by cleaning 1,696 locations. They also covered 130.16 lakh square feet, exceeding the target of 101.80 lakh square feet.
Waste disposal delivered significant financial and environmental gains. The enterprises disposed of 16,158 metric tonnes of scrap, above the target of 10,909 metric tonnes. This generated ₹53,94,62,602.45, or approximately ₹53.94 crore, in revenue for the exchequer.
The campaign also improved administrative efficiency through file reviews and digitisation. Officials reviewed 78,635 physical files and e-files against a target of 59,593. In addition, they weeded out and closed 70,093 files, helping streamline records management and office procedures.
Coal cleanliness campaign promotes sustainable workplace practices
The enterprises introduced several initiatives to promote cleanliness, sustainability and better use of office space. At South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) headquarters, an e-waste collection bin was fabricated from recycled scrap materials. It supports the systematic collection and segregation of electronic waste, aligning with the campaign’s focus on effective e-waste disposal.
At Coal India Limited (CIL) headquarters, the canteen was renovated and renamed Cilantro. Inaugurated on October 5, 2026, the facility received a comprehensive upgrade after nearly 10 years. The renovation aimed to provide employees with a hygienic, comfortable and employee-friendly dining environment.
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) extended support to students at Mata Sabri Balika Awasiya Shiksha Parisar in Parasia, Chhindwara. The initiative provided educational and basic facility support to more than 160 girls, primarily from tribal communities and mining areas, to help them pursue higher education.
WCL also organised interactive “Waste to Wonder” workshops for children. The sessions encouraged creative recycling and showed how discarded materials could be transformed into useful items. They also aimed to build environmental responsibility among children from an early age.
Meanwhile, CIL headquarters installed sanitary napkin vending machines to improve access to menstrual hygiene products. The facility serves women employees and visitors, supporting a more inclusive and women-friendly workplace.
