CVC observes vigilance awareness week from Oct 28 to Nov 2

The Central Vigilance Commission, CVC is observing vigilance awareness week starting from today till 2nd November, to promote probity in public life through citizen participation. The theme for the vigilance awareness week is 'Integrity - A way of life'. 

The Commission said that this theme would help to draw the attention of all sections of society especially the youth to the significance of ethical conduct in the building of an honest, non discriminatory and corruption free society. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions said combating corruption is not just a matter of making laws and creating institutions, but is deeply linked with human values and morals of individuals. It said, cultivating ethical values is



essential for building a New India.

The CVC has requested all the central government Ministries and organisations to conduct activities relevant to the theme both within their organisation and as outreach activities for citizens. The activities to be conducted within the organisation include the taking of  integrity pledge by all employees, distribution of pamphlets and handouts on preventive vigilance activities, whistle blower mechanism and other anti-corruption measures. Conducting workshops and sensitisation programmes for employees and other stake holders on policies and procedures of the organisation and preventive vigilance measures are also part of the activities.