Vigilance Awareness Week is Celebrated from 28 October to 3 November 2024.

Important Days | Dated: 05 Nov 2024

The Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) is observed annually across India during the week marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (31st October).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The observance of VAW 2024 began on 28th October 2024, with the integrity pledge being taken by public servants in Ministries, Departments, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), Public Sector Banks (PSBs), and other government organizations.
  • - "The annual observance of the week, led by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), aims to promote integrity, transparency, and ethical practices.
  • - The week also emphasizes the crucial role of vigilance in preventing corruption.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) CVC has decided to observe VAW 2024 from 28th October to 3rd November 2024.
  • (ii) VAW 2023 was observed from 30th October to 5th November 2023, and VAW 2022 was observed from 31st October to 6th November 2022.
  • (iii) The theme of Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2024 is "Culture of Integrity for Nation's Prosperity."

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is Vigilance Awareness Week celebrated?

Correct Answer: October 28 to November 3

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Central Vigilance Commission(CVC)

  • Central Vigilance Commissioner- Praveen Kumar
  • Headquarters: New Delhi