Jammu, Oct 27: The Directorate of Agriculture, Jammu, commenced Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 today with officials across the department taking an Integrity Pledge to reaffirm their commitment to transparency and accountability in governance. The observance, held under the theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility,” marks the beginning of a week-long initiative from October 27 to November 2 aimed at fostering ethical conduct in public service.
The pledge ceremony, led by Anil Gupta, Director Agriculture Jammu, witnessed the participation of senior officers including Sanjay Anand, Joint Director Agriculture (Extension); Dr. Aman Jyoti Sharma, Joint Director Agriculture (SLUB/Farms); and Sanjeev Rai Gupta, Deputy Director Agriculture (Central), alongside sectoral heads and departmental staff. The participants collectively pledged to maintain integrity and uphold principles of good governance in their official duties.
Addressing the gathering, Director Anil Gupta underscored that vigilance is not a one-time exercise but an ongoing process essential to effective administration. He urged officers and employees to remain vigilant, adhere to ethical norms, and contribute to creating a transparent, corruption-free environment within the department. Emphasizing the role of individual responsibility, he called for proactive participation in promoting honesty and accountability across all levels of functioning.
Throughout the week, the Agriculture Department will conduct a series of outreach activities across Jammu Division, including sensitization programmes, awareness camps, and educational drives aimed at instilling vigilance values among employees and farmers. These initiatives are designed to strengthen institutional integrity and reinforce public confidence in the department’s functioning.
Reaffirming its collective resolve, the Directorate of Agriculture Jammu reiterated its commitment to uphold honesty, dedication, and fairness in service delivery. The department asserted that sustained vigilance and ethical governance remain central to ensuring transparency and combating corruption in the agricultural sector.
