NLC India launches Vigilance Awareness Week 2026

NLC India Limited (NLCIL) inaugurated Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 on Monday, following the Central Vigilance Commission’s guidelines and the theme “Probity for Prosperity” The event was attended by senior officials, employees, contract workers, trade union representatives, teachers, students and members of the public.

The programme began with the flagging off of an awareness vehicle, “The Straight Path – Today & Forever”, featuring the concept of a “Zero Currency Note” and posters promoting integrity. An exhibition showcasing floral and colour designs on probity, ethics and vigilance was also organised.

NLCIL Chief Vigilance Officer Thiru Appakannu Govindarajan, IPoS, highlighted preventive vigilance, transparent public procurement and digital governance. He said the Ministry of Coal had appreciated NLCIL’s record in disposing of complaints and cases. He also stressed the need to modernise the company’s IT systems and ensure timely closure of contracts.

CEOs of NLCIL’s joint ventures NUPPL and NTPL addressed the gathering virtually. Thiru P. L. S. Chaitanya Prakash, Director (Power), and Thiru R. P. S. Sisodia, Director (Projects & Planning), also delivered special addresses.

Presiding over the event, Thiru Samir Swarup, Director (Human Resources), said probity was essential for sustainable growth and public trust. The dignitaries also launched new vigilance-related IT initiatives to strengthen transparency and accountability. School students presented cultural programmes.