The 3rd Audit Diwas Celebrations in New Delhi witnessed the esteemed presence of the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, on November 16, 2023. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu expressed appreciation for the pivotal role played by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG) in enhancing integrity, governance, and system building.
C&AG’s Significant Contributions:
President Murmu lauded the government’s audit community, led by the C&AG, for its substantial contributions to strengthening integrity, governance, and system building. Emphasizing the need for all institutions, including C&AG, to contribute to India’s rapid progress towards becoming a developed nation by 2047, she commended the forward-looking steps taken by C&AG. Notably, the establishment of the Centre for Data Management and Analytics showcases the integration of digital technology and modern methods in line with future requirements.
Role in India’s Developmental Journey:
President Murmu highlighted the crucial role of the entire C&AG team as controllers and examiners, acting as companions and guides in the country’s developmental journey. She stressed their pivotal role in making India the third-largest economy globally.
Ethical Competitiveness in Today’s Market:
Acknowledging the impact of the global market characterized by competition, President Murmu underscored the importance of competing on ethical grounds. She emphasized the need for continuous enhancement of the ability to compete ethically in all enterprises and activities across the nation. Removing obstacles and ensuring financial propriety and legality were noted as essential aspects of good governance, with auditors seen as facilitators, not critics.
Global Leadership in Audit:
President Murmu proudly acknowledged India’s leading position in the world community, especially in the field of audit. She commended the emphasis on crucial issues like Blue Economy and Responsible Artificial Intelligence during India’s presidency of Supreme Audit Institutions 20 (SAI 20), considering it a commendable effort to prepare a roadmap for the future. Additionally, she expressed satisfaction that C&AG continues to play a leading role in various international forums.
The presence and address of President Droupadi Murmu at the 3rd Audit Diwas Celebrations underscore the crucial role of audit institutions, particularly the C&AG, in India’s governance and developmental journey. The forward-looking steps and global leadership in audit initiatives demonstrate a commitment to leveraging technology and ethical practices for a prosperous and accountable future. As India strives to become a developed nation, the President’s words resonate as a call for collaborative efforts and ethical competitiveness to overcome challenges on the path to progress.
