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Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 concludes; emphasizes "Integrity and Ethics"

Important Days | Dated: 01 Nov 2025

Vigilance Awareness Week 2025, observed from October 28 to November 3, continues its campaign across India. The theme for this year is "Integrity and Ethics: Your Shield Against Corruption." On Nov 1, various PSUs and government departments reported conducting workshops and integrity pledges as part of the ongoing observance.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The week is observed annually by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC).
  • It is celebrated during the week in which the birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (October 31) falls.
  • Theme 2025: "Integrity and Ethics: Your Shield Against Corruption."

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The purpose of the week is to promote transparency, integrity, and accountability in public life.
  • Government offices and PSUs organize activities like seminars, quizzes, and grievance redressal camps.
  • Citizens are encouraged to take an 'e-Integrity Pledge' on the CVC portal.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Vigilance Awareness Week is observed annually by which organization?

Correct Answer: Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)

  • (i) Established: 1964 (on recommendations of Santhanam Committee) (ii) Status: Statutory status granted in 2003 (iii) Headquarters: New Delhi (iv) Current CVC: Praveen Kumar Srivastava (as of Nov 2025).