Vijayawada: Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Amaravati unit, organised awareness programmes in Vijayawada and Amaravati on Friday as part of Vigilance Awareness Week under the theme – Vigilance: Probity for Prosperity, stressing on integrity, transparency, and accountability.

In Vijayawada, nearly 200 participants, including central government employees, CBI officials, and NCC and NSS cadets, took part in a walkathon from Benz Circle to Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium and back, carrying anti-corruption banners and placards.

A seminar followed at the CPWD auditorium in the Central Government Offices Complex, Autonagar. 180 delegates, including government employees, bank representatives, and students participated in the seminar.

The day witnessed skits and quizzes to promote ethical values and civic responsibility.

Separately, a sensitisation meeting had been held at the CGC Complex in Amaravati, with Paul Enoch Edwin, additional divisional railway manager (Infrastructure), Vijayawada Division, being the chief guest. Senior divisional security commissioner and other officers participated in the meeting. Speakers highlighted the ill effects of corruption and bribery.

CBI officials asked citizens to report corrupt practices through toll-free number 1800-42500100 or email hobacvskp@cbi.gov.in.

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