Functions
Dr. Sanjay R. Dhage
Scientist 'F' · Appointed 01 Oct 2022
Vigilance Officer (VO)
VO is appointed to support The Director, ARCI in upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct within the organisation. VO plays an advisory role to The Director on all vigilance-related matters and reports directly to CVO to ensure independence and objectivity in vigilance oversight.
In addition to guiding the organisation on preventive vigilance, VO monitors compliance with established procedures, identifies areas vulnerable to malpractices, and recommends corrective measures. VO also serves as an essential link between ARCI and external vigilance agencies, including the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), facilitating effective coordination, communication, and timely handling of vigilance cases and inquiries.
Activities
- Timely implementation of CVC guidelines at ARCI for overall improvement of organisational functionalities.
- Preparation of Vigilance Reports and submission to CVO, DST/CVC.
- Submission of quarterly report on ongoing/completed procurement contracts.
- Submission of quarterly report on complaints and vigilance cases.
- Submission of report on action plan on anti-corruption measures.
- Submission of report on agreed list of Group A officers and officers of gazetted status of doubtful integrity to DST and CVC/CBI.
- Scrutiny of annual property returns.
- Vigilance clearance to ARCI employees.
- Vigilance inspection at ARCI under different categories (Regular/Surprise).
- Identification of sensitive posts & rotational transfer of officials working in such areas.