MoPA Wraps Up Special Campaign 6.0: A Push for Swachhata and Digital Governance
MoPA wraps up Special Campaign 6.0, focusing on Swachhata, digital governance, and record management to boost administrative efficiency.
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA) has officially concluded its participation in Special Campaign 6.0, a month-long initiative dedicated to institutionalising Swachhata and slashing administrative pendency. Running from October 2 to October 31, 2026, the campaign sought to transform government workplaces into cleaner, more efficient hubs of governance.
Steered by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), the overarching goal of the campaign was to move beyond temporary cleaning drives and instead embed cleanliness and efficiency into the very DNA of government office functioning. By focusing on systematic record management and the timely disposal of pending matters, the initiative aimed to optimise office space and enhance overall productivity.
Strategic Execution: From Planning to Action
The campaign was executed in two distinct phases to ensure maximum impact. During the preparatory phase, the Ministry meticulously identified specific targets concerning record management, workplace cleanliness, and the disposal of obsolete materials. This was followed by an intensive implementation phase, where focused efforts were deployed to meet these targets and refine the efficiency of office operations.
Key Milestones Achieved
The Ministry reported significant progress across three primary pillars of the campaign:
1. Streamlining Record Management
In a bid to clear administrative clutter, the Ministry conducted a comprehensive review of both physical and electronic files. The results included:
- Physical Files: Out of 134 identified physical files, 58 were deemed obsolete and successfully weeded out.
- Electronic Files: A review of 200 e-files led to the closure of 117 files.
These actions have paved the way for a more streamlined administrative process and a more organised archival system.
2. Workplace Improvement and Swachhata
Cleanliness remained a cornerstone of the initiative. The campaign reinforced the idea that a clean and organised workspace is essential for efficiency. MoPA has emphasised that Swachhata should not be a one-time event but an integral part of daily routine office functioning.
3. Transition to Digital and Paperless Governance
A major highlight of the campaign was the continued push toward a paperless environment. The Ministry leveraged several e-governance platforms to reduce reliance on physical documentation and increase transparency. These platforms include:
- e-Office and e-HRMS
- Consultative Committee Management System
- Sub-ordinate Legislation Management System
- OAMS and the National Youth Parliament Portal
- National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA): As a flagship initiative, NeVA continues to drive paperless functioning within State Legislatures, promoting environmentally sustainable and efficient legislative processes.
A Long-Term Commitment
While Special Campaign 6.0 has officially ended, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs has stated that its commitment to these values persists. The Ministry intends to integrate the principles of Swachhata, digital transformation, and systematic record management into its permanent day-to-day operations to ensure a sustainable and modern administrative framework.