LSGD launches anti-corruption overhaul to strengthen internal vigilance system

In a major move to combat corruption and inefficiency, the Local Self-Government Department is going for a complete overhaul of its internal vigilance system.

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Minister M B Rajesh on Tuesday criticised Internal Vigilance Officers for lack of proactive intervention even as corruption continues in various forms. The plan is to take strict action against vigilance officers who are found to be lenient and inactive. A special police vigilance unit under an SP will be set up to supplement the LSG Department's internal vigilance mechanism. The LSGD Minister issued strong directives during the on-day training session organised for Internal Vigilance Officers at the headquarters of the LSGD on Tuesday. “Many vigilance officers are seen to be focusing on trivial issues, like minor errors in le