Integrity pledge marks vigilance week.
The Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) has commenced its annual Vigilance Awareness Week, a seven-day initiative running from October 27th to November 2nd, 2025. This year's campaign is guided by the theme, “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility,” emphasizing a collective commitment to ethical conduct.
The week began with a formal integrity pledge ceremony at the corporation's headquarters in Bhubaneswar. Managing Director Shri Sudhansu Mohan Samal, IAS, led the proceedings, administering the oath to senior officials and staff. The event saw the participation of key directors including Shri Sabyasachi Mohanty (Operations), Shri Alok Kumar Pal (HR), and Shri Bana Bihari Pani (Finance), alongside Chief Vigilance Officer Shri D.K. Nanda.
This commitment to transparency and accountability was echoed across the state, as employees in regional offices and various mining districts simultaneously took the pledge. The initiative extends beyond internal practices, aiming to engage the wider community. Earlier in the day, the Regional Office in Barbil organized a public Walkathon to promote vigilance awareness, highlighting the drive for integrity.
OMC's observance is part of a broader national campaign spearheaded by the Central Vigilance Commission, designed to foster public awareness against corruption and promote a transparent system of governance.
