Independent Directors Of CPSEs Brought Under Vigilance Scanner

The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has expanded its corruption probe framework to include Independent and Non-Official Directors of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).

The DPE has revised vigilance guidelines to bring Independent and Non-Official Directors of CPSEs under scrutiny, alongside Chairman & Managing Directors (CMDs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), in corruption investigations.

A group of senior officers, led by the Secretary (Coordination) in the Cabinet Secretariat, will examine complaints referred by the Prime Minister’s Office or the Cabinet Secretariat in cases where no departmental inquiry has been initiated. Chief vigilance officers can now directly send reports to the concerned ministry without involving CMDs if they are under investigation. The rules also apply to public sector banks and financial institutions. Ministries must submit initial reports within 30 days and clarifications within 15 days. Vigilance clearance will be denied to officials who fail to file annual property returns. Clearance is now mandatory for study leave, deputation, and post-retirement roles.

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