Vigilance Awareness Week observed
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, October 31 2026: Manipur University observed Vigilance Awareness Week with an awareness programme on the theme "Probity for Prosperity" at the Conference Hall of the Department of Anthropology yesterday.

Vice-Chancellor Prof RK Hemakumar Singh urged teachers, officers and staff to reflect on their responsibilities as employees ofapublicly funded institution.

He reminded that public expenditure, including salaries, is supported by taxes paid by ordinary citizens, including dailywage earners.

Accountability must be reflected in sincere work, responsible use of official time and timely delivery of services, he said.

He emphasised prompt disposal of files, stating that delays affect those dependent on university services.

He also stressed the need for a supportive learning environment where students can interact freely with teachers and receive guidance patiently.

Earlier, Chief Vigilance Officer Prof H Vokendro Singh delivered the welcome address.

He said honesty, transparency and integrity should begin within educational institutions and be reflected in everyday conduct.

Describing universities as temples of learning, he said teachers are role models and students learn from their behaviour.

Dr Y Premananda Singh, Head, Department of Law, explained probity as adherence to high ethical standards involving honesty, fairness and transparency.

He emphasised preventive vigilance, public participation and systemic improvements to check corruption.

He also stressed accountable governance and democratic participation, calling for resistance to money power and misinformation.

Dr S Yaiphaba Meitei proposed the vote of thanks, thanking the Vice-Chancellor for leading the integrity pledge and all participants.

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