NIFT Completes Special Campaign 6 with Focus on Cleanliness, Waste Management and Green Campus Initiatives
The Ministry of Textiles institution conducted campus-wide sanitation, infrastructure maintenance, environmental sustainability and student awareness activities from October 2 to 31, 2026.
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has undertaken a series of cleanliness, sanitation, waste management and environmental sustainability initiatives across its campuses under Special Campaign 6. The campaign, inaugurated at the NIFT Delhi campus on October 2, 2026, focused on creating a cleaner, greener, safer and more sustainable institutional environment through the participation of students, faculty and staff.
Campus-Wide Cleanliness and Sanitation Activities
Conducted from October 2 to 31, 2026, the campaign covered academic blocks, workshops, canteens, hostels, corridors, rooftops, storage areas and common spaces.
Activities included removing cobwebs, accumulated dust, garbage and unwanted materials, along with cleaning furniture, fans, computer equipment, water tanks and drainage systems. These measures were undertaken to improve campus hygiene and sanitation.
The campaign was formally inaugurated in the presence of the Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, and other senior officers and Directors. Their participation marked the commencement of the initiative and reinforced the Ministry's focus on cleanliness, environmental protection and sustainable institutional practices.
Waste Management and Digital Housekeeping
NIFT placed emphasis on waste segregation and responsible disposal during the campaign. E-waste and scrap were taken up for disposal in accordance with prescribed procedures.
The institute also undertook the disposal of e-files and weeding out of physical records to strengthen digital housekeeping, improve record management and optimise available storage space.
Environmental Sustainability and Green Campus Practices
Environmental activities included plantation, horticulture, tree trimming and pruning to enhance campus greenery.
NIFT also organised a demonstration on preparing biodegradable compost using leaves, fruit waste and leftover food items. The initiative aimed to promote the productive use of organic waste and encourage environmentally responsible practices.
‘Craft from Waste’ Encourages Creative Reuse
As part of its creative and design-oriented initiatives, NIFT conducted a ‘Craft from Waste’ activity to demonstrate how discarded materials can be converted into useful and decorative articles.
The items created during the activity were also used to beautify identified campus areas, promoting reuse, recycling and waste reduction.
Infrastructure Maintenance and Campus Beautification
Several maintenance activities were undertaken to improve campus infrastructure, safety and functionality. These included inspections and rectification of electrical installations, repairs to defective switches, sockets and hanging wires, and maintenance of lifts, hostel buildings, doors, furniture, fixtures and perimeter fencing.
Anti-termite treatment and pest control activities were also carried out across academic, administrative and residential blocks.
In addition, cleaning and maintenance work covered heaters, blowers, geysers, HVAC systems, air conditioners, Air Handling Units (AHUs) and air filtration units to support a clean, hygienic and safe campus environment.
Student Participation and Awareness Competitions
The campaign included competitions and awareness activities to encourage student participation in cleanliness and environmental protection.
These comprised a slogan-making competition on the theme ‘Importance of Swachhata and E-Waste Management’, as well as painting and poem competitions on Swachhata.
Posters, banners, placards and standees were displayed at prominent locations to spread awareness. Winners of the competitions were felicitated to encourage continued participation.
Housekeeping and Hygiene Personnel Felicitated
Recognising the contribution of sanitation and housekeeping personnel, NIFT felicitated its housekeeping and hygiene workers on October 27, 2026, for their efforts in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across the campus.
The initiative acknowledged their role in maintaining a clean and healthy institutional environment and reinforced the principle of dignity of labour.
NIFT Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability
Through Special Campaign 6, NIFT has reaffirmed its commitment to the Ministry of Textiles' vision of promoting cleanliness, environmental sustainability and responsible resource management.
The activities highlighted the role of collective participation, innovative practices and sustained efforts in improving institutional cleanliness and environmental protection. The initiatives are intended to encourage a culture of cleanliness, creativity and sustainability in support of a cleaner and greener India.