ECL Generates Rs 2.21 Crore from Scrap Disposal Under Special Campaign 6

According to the Ministry of Coal’s progress report covering October 2–16, 2026, ECL disposed of 413.5 metric tonnes of scrap against an identified quantity of 850 metric tonnes. The disposal of iron scrap on October 14 alone generated Rs 2,21,31,359, contributing to resource recovery through the sale of obsolete materials.

“The disposal of iron scrap on October 14 generated Rs 2,21,31,359, contributing to resource recovery and the productive utilisation of obsolete materials,” the Ministry of Coal said in its release.

Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, Secretary, Ministry of Coal, reviewed the progress of Special Campaign 6, assessing the implementation of various activities under the initiative. The review focused on cleanliness drives, effective space management, the disposal of pending matters and other campaign-related activities across the Ministry and its Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).

Senior officers of the Ministry attended the review meeting, reaffirming their commitment to timely implementation, improved workplace efficiency and the objectives of Special Campaign 6. The Ministry shared details of the review in a post on X dated October 16, 2026.

Under the campaign’s cleanliness component, ECL undertook activities at 10 identified locations. The company cleared 62,720 square feet against a target of 2,08,052 square feet, achieving approximately 30 per cent of the target during the reporting period.

The exercise aims to remove obsolete and unserviceable materials occupying valuable space across company establishments. According to the Ministry, the campaign seeks to optimise office space, reduce redundant records and improve the utilisation of available resources.

ECL also reviewed 647 physical files against a target of 1,200 during the campaign period. Of these, 567 obsolete files were disposed of against a target of 1,000. The exercise forms part of broader efforts to reduce pending records and streamline administrative processes.

Special Campaign 6 focuses on identifying redundant records, clearing scrap and electronic waste, and improving workplace digitalisation across ministries, departments and public sector undertakings. The initiative seeks to improve the management of physical assets and records while ensuring the systematic disposal of obsolete materials.

ECL recorded comparatively stronger progress in digital records management. The company reviewed 3,098 electronic files against a target of 3,800, completing more than 81 per cent of the target. It also closed 2,148 electronic files out of the 3,600 identified for closure, achieving nearly 60 per cent of the target.

The government-wide cleanliness and administrative efficiency initiative covers the Ministry of Coal and its public sector enterprises, with a focus on the scientific disposal of electronic waste, scrap clearance, office-space optimisation and workplace digitalisation.

Running from October 2 to October 31, 2026, Special Campaign 6 aligns with the government’s “Waste to Wealth” vision. It encourages public sector organisations to identify obsolete assets, segregate waste and ensure its systematic disposal.

ECL’s scrap disposal has generated Rs 2.21 crore while contributing to the removal of unused materials from its workplaces. The company’s progress in physical-space clearance, file disposal and digital records management reflects the multiple administrative targets being pursued under the campaign.