Integrity pledge administered by Head of Project Arnab Maitra; Competitions promote ethical values, accountability and a corruption-free society

 

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BONGAIGAON, OCTOBER 28, 2026

Reaffirming its commitment to integrity, transparency and ethical governance, NTPC Bongaigaon commenced the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 on October 26 with the administration of the Integrity Pledge by Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon, at its premises. The pledge-taking ceremony was attended by departmental heads and officials, marking the beginning of a week-long initiative aimed at strengthening ethical values, promoting accountability and fostering a culture of honesty in both professional and personal life.

Observed under the theme “Probity for Prosperity,” Vigilance Awareness Week underscores the vital role of integrity and ethical conduct in achieving sustainable development and inclusive national progress. The observance seeks to sensitise employees and the wider community to the importance of transparency, responsible decision-making and collective action in preventing corruption and building a society founded on trust, fairness and accountability.

As part of the week-long observance, NTPC Bongaigaon organised essay-writing and slogan-writing competitions for employees, offering them a platform to express their views on integrity, good governance, ethical decision-making and the significance of vigilance in nation-building. The initiatives encouraged participants to reflect on how individual responsibility, professional ethics and institutional accountability can contribute to strengthening public trust, improving governance practices and advancing the country’s development aspirations.

The competitions also served as an opportunity to reinforce the understanding that ethical conduct must extend beyond organisational policies and become an integral part of everyday professional responsibilities. By encouraging employees to engage with issues of probity and accountability, the activities highlighted the importance of individual awareness and collective participation in nurturing a transparent and responsible work environment.

Through these initiatives, NTPC Bongaigaon continues to emphasise that vigilance is not merely an institutional obligation but a shared responsibility that begins with individual integrity and is strengthened through collective commitment. The observance of Vigilance Awareness Week reflects the organisation’s continued focus on fostering an ethical workplace culture, promoting transparency in its operations and encouraging employees to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.

The initiative also aligns with the broader national vision of building a corruption-free, accountable and prosperous India, where honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility serve as the foundations of sustainable growth.