Indian Railways earns ₹628 crore in one month through scrap disposal

Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone through the disposal of scrap during the recently concluded 'Special Campaign 6'. According to the official report of the Ministry of Railways, the railway had set a target of ₹600 crore in this one-month special campaign, against which it surpassed the target by earning ₹628.49 crore. This campaign was undertaken from 2 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 across all zonal railways, divisions, production units, public sector undertakings, and other railway institutions nationwide.

According to a report by India Today, the main objective of this campaign was not merely the disposal of scrap, but special emphasis was also placed on cleanliness, e-waste management, space management, and record management. During this exercise, the railway has cleared more than 14 acres of land, which can be used for other purposes in the future. On the cleanliness front, the railway adopted an aggressive approach and organized more than 1 lakh cleanliness drives across the country. This campaign covered railway stations, offices, workshops, and other railway premises.

Special arrangements were also made for the disposal of e-waste. The railway disposed of more than 1.50 lakh electronic waste units, which generated an additional income of ₹10.43 crore. Additionally, the railway reviewed old physical and electronic files and focused on the timely disposal of pending matters, such as public complaints, appeals, parliamentary assurances, and VIP references.

As part of the campaign, the railway organized the 'Rail Jan Samvad' programme to establish direct communication with passengers. On 22 October 2026, this programme was held simultaneously at 5,884 railway stations across the country. The purpose of this programme was to provide passengers with an opportunity to convey their feedback and suggestions directly to senior railway officials. According to the Ministry, this campaign has been successful in enhancing cleanliness, waste management, and administrative efficiency.

Indian Railways is the national railway system of India, considered one of the largest railway networks in the world. It serves as the main backbone of the country for the transportation of passengers and goods. In the past, various cleanliness and modernization campaigns have been conducted by the railway, aimed at improving railway efficiency and providing better facilities to passengers. Through such special campaigns, the railway continues to attempt to gain economic and managerial benefits by disposing of its non-useful assets.