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Centre Earns Rs 970 Crore from Scrap Disposal During Cleanliness Drive
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What Happened?
The Centre generated Rs 970.33 crore from scrap disposal during a month-long cleanliness campaign from October 2 to 31, covering nearly 19.89 lakh sites.
Key points
- The campaign ran from October 2 to 31, 2026.
- It covered 19,88,826 cleanliness sites, a 71% increase from last year.
- Scrap disposal included electronic waste, generating Rs 970.33 crore.
- The Ministry of Railways earned the highest revenue at Rs 618.06 crore.
- Government departments addressed nearly 10 lakh public grievances.
- The campaign aimed to improve administrative efficiency and reduce pending work.
Key insights
- The significant revenue from scrap disposal could encourage similar future initiatives.
- Increased participation from various ministries may lead to more effective governance.
- The campaign's success could influence public perception of government efficiency.
Why it matters
This campaign highlights the government's efforts to enhance cleanliness and administrative efficiency.
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Source
India Today
