‘Integrity is doing right things even when no one is watching’: Justice (Retd.) Vinod Kumar Sharma

Chandigarh, October 30, 2019: ‘Integrity is doing right things even when no one is watching’ said Justice (Retd.) Mr.Vinod Kumar Sharma, Hon’ble Lokpal Punjab while speaking on “Integrity – A way of life”, theme for lecture during Vigilance Awareness Week being celebrated at Panjab University from 28 October-2 November, 2019 in line with the nation-wide initiative of the Central Vigilance Commission. Mr.Sharma expounded issues concerning corruption, especially concerning society in India. According to him strengthening of laws, effective enforcement and appointing of the right officers would lead to increased transparency, accountability and integrity in the system. The vision to Integrity is possible only if we are able to prevent, resist, and hopefully reverse corrupt practices. He added that integrity is built in us and one has to develop the character around this honestly and not look for shortcuts. In his presidential address, the Officiating Vice Chancellor and Dean of University Instructions, Prof. Shankarji Jha emphasized that today’s lecture theme is central theme of Indian culture and cited a number of ways in which probity and integrity in the working of the University can be ensured. He talked about Dharma which upholds the society. He also mentioned about the transparency in thoughts and behaviour to lead to Dharma. Prof. Karamjeet Singh, Registrar, P.U., stressed on the seven teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji which everyone has to follow in his/her life which includes integrity, patience, robust mind, knowledge, being fearful, hard-work and love. Dr. Parvinder Singh, Controller of Examination emphasized that professional ethics is most important to practice integrity. He urged to revoke the strengths which lies within to understand yourself fully. Integrity is not only for one week but to be practiced for whole life. CA Vikram Nayyar, Finance & Development Officer associated Integrity with the financial propriety and emphasized that integrity means strong moral values which is based on honesty in every aspect of life. He added that people are instrumental in making a system or a society. He urged all to continue strengthening the integrity till integrity becomes integral part of life. Earlier, Prof. Rattan Singh, Chief Vigilance Officer, P.U., in his welcome address highlighted the importance of Integrity in every one’s life and emphasized on ethical conduct in everyday life. The Lecture was attended by the senior functionaries of the Panjab University including administrative officers, students and staff members of various departments/offices.