ICAR-NIVEDI, Bengaluru Observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, Emphasises Integrity and Ethical Conduct

2 November 2026, Bengaluru

ICAR–National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics, Bengaluru, observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 from 26 October to 2 November under the theme “Probity for Prosperity”. The week-long observance featured a series of awareness activities and competitions to promote integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in scientific research and public service.

The observance commenced with an institutional gathering at the ICAR-NIVEDI campus, where Dr Baldev R. Gulati, Director, ICAR-NIVEDI, administered the Integrity Pledge to the institute's staff. The pledge reaffirmed the commitment to uphold honesty, accountability and ethical practices in public institutions and to reject corruption in all its forms.

The valedictory programme was graced by Dr Sanganagouda Hosalli, Deputy Commissioner of Excise, Government of Karnataka, Kalaburagi, as the Guest of Honour. He emphasised the importance of ethical practices in research and administration. He also distributed prizes to the winners of the various competitions.

Addressing the gathering, Dr Baldev R. Gulati, Director, ICAR-NIVEDI, emphasised the importance of regularity, responsibility and accountability among institute personnel in discharging their assigned duties. He encouraged all staff members to uphold professional commitment and ethical standards in their respective roles.

The observance reinforced the importance of integrity, transparency and probity as essential principles of institutional functioning and public service.

(Source: ICAR-National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics, Bengaluru)