ICAR–IISWC, Dehradun Observes Vigilance Awareness Week with Pledge Ceremony and Panel Discussion

26 October 2026, Dehradun

ICAR–Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun, inaugurated Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 with a Vigilance Pledge Ceremony at its headquarters on 26 October. The week-long observance, scheduled from 26 October to 1 November 2026, aims to promote integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in official work.

The programme was attended by Dr Shakir Ali, Director, ICAR–IISWC; Dr D.V. Singh, Vigilance Officer and Head of the Division of Soil Science along with other senior officials, scientists; technical staff; and administrative personnel.

Addressing the gathering, Dr Shakir Ali emphasized the importance of honesty, impartiality, responsibility and accountability in day-to-day official work.

Dr D.V. Singh administered the Vigilance Pledge to the participants and urged them to discharge their duties with honesty, integrity and transparency while upholding ethical values in the workplace.

As part of the observance, vigilance awareness banners and information materials were displayed at the Institute headquarters to sensitise employees about ethical practices, transparency and the importance of fostering a corruption-free work culture.

A panel discussion on the theme “From Potential to Prosperity” was also organised, during which participants deliberated on the significance of honesty, transparency and accountability in institutional functioning. The initiative sought to strengthen vigilance awareness among employees and encourage ethical conduct and a sustained commitment to integrity in the discharge of official responsibilities.

Approximately 50 officers and employees participated in the ceremony.

(Source: ICAR–Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun)