Overview The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) actively participated in Special Campaign 5.0 , an initiative aimed at promoting Swachhata (cleanliness) and enhancing office efficiency across government ministries and departments. The campaign focuses on improving the experience of the common public with government offices by addressing issues such as e-waste disposal, record management, and reducing pendency in various references. Key Developments Targets and Achievements Targets Identified: The ministry set targets for the disposal of e-waste, adherence to record management (reviewing 315 files), and liquidation of pendency in references from the PMO (2) , MPs/State Governments (9) , including Parliamentary Assurances (2) , and Public Grievances/Appeals (203) . Progress Monitoring: Senior officials regularly monitored the progress of Special Campaign 5.0 , leading to the achievement of most set targets. File Management: The ministry reviewed 315 physical files and weeded out 267 files. Pendency Reduction: Pending references from the PMO (2) , MPs/State Governments (9) , and Public Grievances/Appeals (71) were disposed of/resolved after necessary action. Campaign Activities Cleanliness Drive: A cleanliness drive was organized on 01.10.2025 , led by the Secretary, FPI. Essay Competition: An Essay Competition was conducted on 30.09.2025 . Space Management: A total of 125 sq. ft. of space was freed after the cleanliness drive. Revenue Generation: The ministry earned revenue of Rs. 59001 from scrap disposal. Inspection: The Joint Secretary, MoFPI, inspected MoFPI premises, including the record room, on 30th October, 2025 , to review the progress of Special Campaign 5.0 . UPSC Relevance This news is relevant to the UPSC Civil Services Exam as it highlights government initiatives towards improving governance and public service delivery. It directly relates to GS Paper 2 (Government Policies and Interventions) and GS Paper 3 (Economy - Food Processing and Related Industries in India) . Understanding such campaigns is crucial for answering questions related to governance reforms, efficiency in government offices, and the Swachh Bharat Mission. Potential Exam Questions Discuss the significance of Special Campaign 5.0 in promoting Swachhata and enhancing office efficiency. Evaluate the role of ministries in reducing pendency and improving public service delivery. Analyze the impact of cleanliness drives and space management on the overall efficiency of government offices. Key Vocabulary MoFPI: Ministry of Food Processing Industries Swachhata: Cleanliness Special Campaign 5.0: A government initiative to promote cleanliness and efficiency in government offices. Pendency Reduction: Efforts to reduce the backlog of pending cases and references in government offices. Important Facts Date of Cleanliness Drive: 01.10.2025 Number of Files Reviewed: 315 Revenue from Scrap Disposal: Rs. 59001