Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Sets Target to Clean 1 Million Square Feet under Special Campaign 6.0
Distilled Policy Brief
- The campaign focuses heavily on the scientific management of e-waste, efficient space utilization, and proper disposal of scrap materials to institutionalize cleanliness in workplaces.
🎯 Prelims High-Yield Examination Points
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) is implementing 'Special Campaign 6.0' from October 2 to October 31, 2026, targeting the scientific management of e-waste and cleaning over 10 lakh square feet of area.
⚖️ Mains Analytical & Syllabus Linkages
Examine the role of public sector undertakings (PSUs) in institutionalizing Swachhata, promoting e-waste management, and optimizing workplace efficiency through targeted national campaigns.
🎯 UPSC Prelims Practice Drill
With reference to the 'Special Campaign 6.0' undertaken by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), consider the following statements: 1. The primary focus of this year's campaign includes the scientific management of e-waste and efficient utilization of workplace spaces. 2. The campaign is scheduled to be conducted from October 2 to October 31, 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- [A] 1 only
- [B] 2 only
- [C] Both 1 and 2
- [D] Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the campaign emphasizes the scientific management of e-waste, proper disposal of scrap, and efficient space utilization to improve workplace management. Statement 2 is also correct as the campaign is scheduled to run from October 2 to October 31, 2026, under the aegis of the Government of India's Special Campaign 6.0.
🏛️ Historical Twin PYQ Anchor (2021)
Consider the following statements regarding the "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)": 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. Central Pollution Control Board acts as the sole regulatory executive body.