Overview The Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) , under the Ministry of Finance , actively participated in ‘Special Campaign 5.0’ from 2nd to 31st October, 2025 . The campaign aimed at institutionalizing Swachhata (cleanliness) and minimizing pendency in government operations. Key Developments Preparatory Phase During the preparatory phase from 16th to 30th September, 2025 , DIPAM set targets focusing on: Timely disposal of pending matters, including public grievances and appeals . Addressing inter-ministerial and PMO references . Fulfilling Parliamentary assurances . Simplification of procedures. Effective record management through review and weeding of files. Office upkeep activities, including cleanliness, space management, and disposal of scrap. Implementation Phase The implementation phase, held from October 2nd to 31st, 2025 , involved focused efforts to achieve the identified targets. Key achievements include: Public Grievances: Both targeted 2 grievances were disposed of. Parliamentary Assurances: Implementation reports for 4 out of 5 targeted assurances were forwarded to the Lok Sabha Secretariat/Rajya Sabha Secretariat . File Management: All 30 physical files identified for weeding out were successfully weeded out. Cleanliness Campaigns: Four cleanliness campaigns were conducted. Public Awareness: 5 tweets were posted to promote awareness for the Swachhata campaign. Scrapping of Vehicle: Completed, resulting in Rs. 46,114/- received in the government exchequer. Inspections and Oversight Secretary DIPAM , along with other senior officials, conducted inspections of office and building premises to assess the preparations and progress of the Campaign, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Impact and Outcomes The Swachhata initiatives led to significant improvements in the cleanliness of office premises and surrounding areas, along with effective space management. UPSC Relevance This initiative is relevant to GS2: Government Policies & Interventions and GS3: Economy . It demonstrates the government's focus on efficient governance, cleanliness, and effective asset management. Potential Exam Questions Discuss the significance of campaigns like Special Campaign 5.0 in improving governance and public service delivery. Evaluate the role of DIPAM in promoting efficient asset management and contributing to the government exchequer.