BANDIPORA, OCTOBER 27: The District Administration Bandipora today joined the UT-level Integrity Pledge ceremony led by Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo, through virtual mode.
Vigilance Awareness Week is observed every year by the Central Vigilance Commission during the week in which the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel falls, with the objective of promoting integrity and combating corruption in public life.
Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, along with district officers and officials, joined the pledge-taking ceremony at the VC Room, Mini Secretariat Bandipora, as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, being observed from October 26 to November 01 under the theme “Probity for Prosperity.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner, stressed the importance of upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency and accountability in public service, stating that all stakeholders must work collectively to eradicate corruption and promote ethical practices and good governance.
The Integrity Pledge emphasized promoting ethical practices, fostering honesty, refraining from offering or accepting bribes, adhering to rules and regulations, adopting a code of ethics, ensuring fair and responsible conduct, strengthening grievance redressal and whistle-blower mechanisms, and protecting the interests of stakeholders and society at large.
