New Delhi, 11 November (H.S.): The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, disposed of 576 public grievances and all 29 public grievance appeals during Special Campaign 6.0, conducted from October 2 to 31, 2026, to promote cleanliness and reduce pendency in government offices.

According to the department, the campaign also saw the disposal of 25 references from Members of Parliament, three parliamentary assurances and two references from the Prime Minister's Office. In addition, 100 e-files were reviewed and closed as part of efforts to streamline official records and improve administrative efficiency.

Preparatory activities included a Swachhata pledge and quiz on September 30, followed by a Shramdaan programme at Kalindi Kunj on October 1, led by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti.

A felicitation programme titled 'Safai Mitra Samman' and a health camp for sanitation workers were organised on October 8 to recognise their contribution and promote their well-being. An in-house painting competition on the theme of Swachhata was also held on October 15 to encourage participation among departmental officials and staff.

On October 28, officials and employees took part in a cleanliness drive at the Sanitation Park in the CGO Complex. The activity included sweeping pathways, collecting litter and clearing accumulated waste from the premises.

The department also used digital and social media platforms to increase the campaign's outreach. It said the initiative focused on making cleanliness a sustained practice, improving workplace management, strengthening record management and ensuring timely disposal of pending matters.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Indrani Sarkar