The Department of Pharmaceuticals, under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, has begun preparations for the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) 5.0. Scheduled from October 2 to 31, the campaign will target pending issues across governance while prioritizing cleanliness, transparency, digitization, efficiency, and service delivery.
As per guidelines from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), targets for SCDPM 5.0 will be finalized by September 25, with all attached offices, autonomous bodies, PSUs, and societies instructed to ensure active participation.
Since its inception in 2021, the campaign has delivered measurable outcomes. More than 41,000 files have been reviewed, over 17,000 sites cleaned, and nearly ₹4.8 lakh generated from scrap disposal. Key highlights include:
- SCDPM 1.0 (2021): Introduced digitization; over 8,000 files reviewed.
- SCDPM 2.0 (2022): Jan Aushadhi Kendras joined; 6,400+ files cleared.
- SCDPM 3.0 (2023): Expanded cleanliness drives; ₹3.41 lakh earned via scrap disposal.
- SCDPM 4.0 (2024): Achieved 100% digitization; HAL, Pune reclaimed 12,934 sq. ft. of office space.
Best practices have emerged from institutions like NIPER-SAS Nagar, which reclaimed office space and documented transformations through photographic evidence.
With SCDPM 5.0, the Department of Pharmaceuticals is looking to sustain momentum, setting new benchmarks for efficiency, accountability, and citizen-centric service.