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Centre Earns Nearly Rs 500 Crore From Scrap Disposal During Cleanliness Drive
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CNBC TV18•19-10-2026, 18:32
Centre Earns Nearly Rs 500 Crore From Scrap Disposal During Cleanliness Drive
- •Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that nearly Rs 500 crore has been earned from scrap disposal during the ongoing special swachhata campaign 6.0.
- •As of October 19, the month-long drive covered 8,34,509 cleanliness campaign sites, marking a 3.03-fold increase from last year.
- •The initiative successfully freed 116 lakh square feet of office space, helping optimize workspace utilization across government premises.
- •The Ministry of Railways emerged as a major contributor, generating Rs 425.06 crore through scrap disposal alone.
- •The campaign also emphasizes e-waste management, clearing pending public grievances, and promoting sustainable recycling practices.
Key Questions Answered
As of October 19, 2026, the Centre earned nearly ₹500 crore—specifically ₹491.28 crore—from scrap disposal during the ongoing special swachhata campaign 6.0.
The Ministry of Railways generated the highest revenue, contributing ₹425.06 crore through scrap disposal as of October 19, 2026.
The special cleanliness campaign 6.0, which began on October 2, is scheduled to conclude on October 31, 2026.
