The Department of Agricultural Research and Education and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (DARE/ICAR) concluded Special Campaign 5.0. 8,016 cleanliness drives were conducted across ICAR Institutes, Regional Stations, and KVKs against a target of 8,050. A total of 2,35,591 square feet of space was freed. A revenue of ₹2.45 crore was generated through the auction of scrap. 26,000 physical files were reviewed, 25,591 identified for weeding, and 10,815 successfully weeded out. 15,125 e-files were reviewed and 4,254 closed. 59 out of 63 public grievances were resolved, all 3 parliamentary assurances and 3 State Government references were fully complied with. The Department disposed of 8 references from Members of Parliament and all 9 public grievance appeals. The information was posted on 06 NOV 2023 at 4:13 PM by PIB Delhi. Release ID is 2186973 and the Visitor Counter is 251.
Key Entities Referenced
Special Campaign 5.0: A campaign focused on cleanliness, record management, and public service delivery within DARE/ICAR.
DARE/ICAR: The Department of Agricultural Research and Education and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, the organizations implementing the Special Campaign 5.0.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare: The ministry overseeing the DARE/ICAR and the Special Campaign 5.0.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
DARE-ICAR concludes Special Campaign 5.0
with notable achievements in cleanliness,
record management and public service
delivery
Revenue of over ₹ 2.45 crore, was generated through the
auction of scrap
26,000 Files Reviewed, Over 10,800 Weed Out under
Record Management Drive
Cleanliness, Accountability, and Efficiency Strengthened
under DARE/ICAR’s Special Campaign 5.0
Posted On: 06 NOV 2025 4:13PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Agricultural Research and Education and the Indian Council of Agricultural
Research successfully concluded Special Campaign 5.0 for disposal of pending matters with
significant accomplishments across cleanliness, record management, and grievance redressal.
During the campaign period, 8,016 cleanliness drives were conducted across ICAR Institutes,
Regional Stations and KVKs against a target of 8,050, generating wide participation from staff and
local communities. A total of 2,35,591 square feet of space was freed through systematic disposal of
obsolete items, reflecting efficient space utilization and improved workplace management.
Through the sale of scrap and redundant materials, the Council realized a revenue of ₹2.45 crore,
demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and financial prudence.
In the area of record management, 26,000 physical files were reviewed, 25,591 identified for
weeding, and 10,815 successfully weeded out. Additionally, 15,125 e-files were reviewed and 4,254
closed, ensuring digital efficiency and streamlined administrative processes.
DARE/ICAR also ensured timely response and resolution of pending public and parliamentary
matters. Out of 63 public grievances, 59 were resolved; all 3 parliamentary assurances and 3 State
Government references were fully complied with. The Department also disposed of 8 references from
Members of Parliament and all 9 public grievance appeals.The Special Campaign 5.0 has reinforced DARE/ICAR’s institutional culture of cleanliness,
accountability, and record optimization, thereby contributing to a more responsive and efficient
research administration system.
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