The ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur successfully observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 from 26 October to 1 November 2026, featuring a series of initiatives aimed at promoting integrity, transparency, and accountability in public administration. The week-long program commenced on 26 October 2026 with a formal inauguration and the administration of the Integrity Pledge. The pledge was taken collectively by all regular staff, researchers (RAs and SRFs), students, and contractual workers, underscoring the institutional commitment to fighting corruption.
During the inaugural ceremony, Dr J.S. Mishra, Director, and Dr Shobha Sondhia, Principal Scientist and Vigilance Officer, briefed the staff members on the foundational significance of the Vigilance week. They emphasized the vital necessity of maintaining strict ethical standards within government organizations and provided practical insights on how to remain vigilant during day-to-day official duties. To ensure widespread visibility, prominent banners highlighting vigilance themes were displayed in the campus premises throughout the week.
A lecture was given on 27 October 2026 by Dr Shobha Sondhia, Vigilance Officer on the theme ‘Probity for Prosperity for Vigilance Awareness’. The session educated the staff on building a culture of honesty to drive institutional growth. To foster active engagement, a Slogan Writing Competition on vigilance awareness was organized on 28 October 2026. The event saw enthusiastic participation from the staff, RA, SRF and students, and winning participants were awarded merit certificates during closing day of the vigilance awareness week. Full coverage and updates of the week's events have been officially published on the Directorate’s website.