The Ministry of Railways completed 78,451 cleanliness campaigns as part of Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2nd to 31st, 2025, exceeding the target of 75,000. Railways is on track to meet the remaining objectives of the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters 5.0 by the end of the campaign, achieving close to 100% targets. Over 1,000 MP references and 2.48 lakh grievances out of a target of 2.75 lakh were disposed. The Swachhata drive covered over 12 Crore Sq. Meters, cleaning 27,000 Km of tracks, and removing 520 tons of plastic waste. Approximately 1,500 trains underwent cleanliness inspections, with 2,500 anti-littering drives leading to counselling for 76,444 individuals. The campaign included 1,646 Swachhata webinars (attended by 37,700), 451 Nukkad Nataks, cleaning 11,300 water booths and 4,000 food stalls, planting 1,20,000 saplings, and involving 1,25,000 individuals in Shram-daan activities. Additionally, 8,400 dustbins were installed, and "Waste to Art" selfie points were created at 363 stations. A review meeting was held under the chairpersonship of Secretary, Railway Board, Ms. Aruna Nayar. The information was posted by PIB Delhi on October 30, 2025, at 8:45 PM. Release ID: 2184382. Contacts: Dharmendra Tewari, Dr. Nayan Solanki, and Manik Sharma. Visitor Counter: 128.
Key Entities Referenced
Special Campaign 5.0: A cleanliness and disposal of pending matters initiative undertaken by the Ministry of Railways.
Ministry of Railways: The primary government body responsible for railway infrastructure and services in India, and the implementing agency for Special Campaign 5.0.
Railway Board: The apex body of the Indian Railways, responsible for overseeing and managing the railway system, including cleanliness and efficiency initiatives.
Ministry of Railways
Secretary, Railway Board Takes Stock of
Progress and Achievements Made During
Special Campaign 5.0
Ministry of Railways Completes 78,451 Cleanliness
Campaigns
Railways Nears Full Achievement Under Special Campaign
5.0, Set to Meet Remaining Targets by Campaign End
Railways Conducts Extensive Swachhata Drive Covering
Over 12 Crore Sq. Meters, Cleaning 27,000 Km of Tracks,
Removing 520 Tons of Plastic Waste, and Engaging
Thousands Through Awareness Campaigns
Around 1500 trains Covered for Extensive Cleanliness and
Surprise Checks
“Waste to Art” Selfie Points Created at 363 Stations
Posted On: 30 OCT 2025 8:45PM by PIB Delhi
A review meeting was held today under the chairpersonship of Secretary, Railway Board, Ms. Aruna
Nayar to take stock of the progress and achievements made during the Special Campaign 5.0
undertaken from 2nd to 31st October, 2025 with the objectives to ensure cleanliness in the offices and
public places and to dispose of pending matters.Against the target of 75,000 cleanliness campaigns, Railways has exceeded the target and completed
78,451 cleanliness campaigns. More than 1,000 MP references have been disposed surpassing the
target. Out of a target of disposal of 2.75 lakh grievances, Railways has disposed of more than 2.48
lakh grievances. The Ministry of Railways has achieved close to 100% targets in most aspects of the
Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCPDM) 5.0, and the remaining targets are
expected to be accomplished by the end of the campaign.
Secretary, Railway Board took a round of Rail Bhawan and inspected cleanliness maintained. She
complimented the entire team of officers and desired that concerned officers should make efforts to
reach the remaining targets by the end of campaign on 31st of October, 2025.
Among other focused areas, Indian Railways has laid special emphasis on cleanliness with the
objective of promoting hygiene, environmental sustainability, and public awareness among railway
staff, passengers, and the general public. The initiative aims to maintain high standards of cleanliness
across railway stations, offices, colonies, and workshops, while actively involving employees and
passengers in cleanliness activities.Clean CSMT Station
It also seeks to discourage the use of single-use plastics and promote eco-friendly practices through
plantation drives and awareness campaigns, reinforcing Indian Railways’ commitment to a cleaner
and greener environment.
Indian Railways has undertaken extensive cleanliness initiatives across its network, achieving
remarkable results under the Swachhata campaign. A total of 78,451 cleanliness campaigns were
organized covering stations, offices, and colonies.
KRNT/HYB/SCR: Cleanliness drive at Railway colony
Around 1,500 trains were inspected through extensive cleanliness and surprise checks conducted by
senior officials at en-route stations and originating coaching depots. In addition, 2,500 anti-littering
drives were launched, during which 76,444 persons were counselled on maintaining cleanliness.To spread awareness, 1,646 Swachhata webinars and seminars were conducted, attended by 37,700
participants, and 451 Nukkad Nataks on Swachhata were performed at various locations. 520 tons of
plastic waste was removed from railway establishments and offices, while cleaning efforts covered an
area of approximately 12,10,20,000 square meters and 20,64,000 meters of drains. Moreover, about
27,000 kilometers of track were cleaned during the drive.
Availability & working of machines was ensured at Ratlam station of Ratlam division
Public participation was a key highlight, with nearly 1,25,000 individuals contributing to Shram-daan
activities, and 1,20,000 saplings being planted to promote environmental sustainability. Under the
Swachh Neer initiative, 11,300 water booths were cleaned at 3,150 locations, while the Swachh Aahar
drive led to the cleaning of 4,000 food stalls across 1,800 locations.
Cleaning of Water Booths at Old Delhi Railway Station
To further strengthen waste management, 8,400 dustbins were installed across railway premises, and
“Waste to Art” selfie points were created at 363 stations, turning discarded materials into symbols of
creativity and cleanliness.*****
Dharmendra Tewari/ Dr. Nayan Solanki/ Manik Sharma
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