Central Bank of India organises walkathon, cycle rally for vigilance awareness

The Central Bank of India recently organized a vigilance awareness walkathon and cycle rally in Mumbai to promote integrity and combat corruption, as part of Vigilance Awareness Week. Senior executives, officers, and employees participated in the initiative, walking through Marine Drive and Nariman Point before returning to the Central Office in the Chandramukhi Building.

The event started with the display of placards bearing the theme "Integrity for Prosperity" and messages encouraging vigilance. Bank Managing Director Kalyan Kumar addressed the participants, aligning the bank's efforts with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "Viksit Bharat 2047" by spreading the message of integrity and prosperity through various programs and rallies nationwide.

The bank's 115-year history of contributing to India's economic development was also highlighted. Executive Director Muralikrishna emphasized the bank's commitment to transparency, honesty, and vigilance in delivering banking services. Additionally, Executive Director Ratan Kumar announced that the bank would conduct street plays, video campaigns, puppet shows, and cycle rallies during the week to raise vigilance awareness among the public.

Chief Vigilance Officer Sunil Kumar noted that Vigilance Awareness Week is observed to commemorate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary and stressed the importance of participative vigilance in creating greater societal awareness. Bank employees also took part in a 35-kilometer cycle rally from Thane to Nariman Point to further promote the message of vigilance and integrity.

The event concluded with Mumbai Zonal Head D S Rathore expressing gratitude to the senior executives, cyclists, and other participants.