JAMMU: Central University of Jammu celebrated Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 today in accordance with the guidelines of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). The programme was organized at the Aryabhata Science Building of the university. The theme for this year's Vigilance Awareness Week was “Probity for Prosperity.”
The programme was graced by Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Jammu, as the Chief Guest. Prof. Yashwant Singh, Registrar, and Prof. Ritu Bakshi, Dean, Students’ Welfare, were also present on the occasion. The programme was organized under the leadership of Prof. Rakesh Jha, Chief Vigilance Officer, Central University of Jammu.
Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments, faculty members, officers and staff of the university attended the programme. On the occasion, Prof. Ritu Bakshi administered the integrity pledge to all participants, urging them to uphold the values of honesty, integrity, transparency and accountability and contribute towards building a corruption-free work culture.
Addressing the gathering, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Jain emphasized that integrity, ethical values and transparency are the foundations of good governance. He highlighted the importance of accountability and honesty in public institutions and stated that every individual must adopt ethical values and professional integrity in both personal and professional life to build a corruption-free society. He urged all university officers, faculty members and employees to ensure transparency, accountability and honesty in the discharge of their respective duties.
On the occasion, Registrar Prof. Yashwant Singh highlighted the significance of Vigilance Awareness Week and emphasized that integrity and accountability must be reflected in the everyday functioning of an institution.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Vigilance Officer Prof. Rakesh Jha highlighted the importance of vigilance awareness in preventing corruption and promoting ethical conduct in institutional functioning. He elaborated on the theme, “Probity for Prosperity,” stating that integrity, transparency and accountability are not merely administrative requirements but essential values for sustainable development and national progress.
The programme, organized under the guidance of Chief Vigilance Officer Prof. Rakesh Jha, aimed to promote awareness about vigilance, ethical conduct, transparency and the prevention of corruption among the university community. The programme concluded with the National Anthem.


