Introduction & Functions

The Vigilance Division of this Ministry is headed by a Chief Vigilance Officer (part time) of the rank of Joint Secretary, appointed in consultation with the Central Vigilance Commission, who functions as the nodal point in the vigilance set up. The CVO is assisted by a Director/Dy. Secretary, an Under Secretary and the Vigilance Section.

There are full time CVOs in all PSUs under this Ministry viz., Airports Authority of India and Pawan Hans Ltd. who are appointed by ACC. While, main Ministry and DGCA have part time CVO, who are appointed in consultation with the CVC.

The Vigilance Section, inter-alia, monitors and coordinates vigilance activities of the main Ministry as well as of Public Sector Undertakings, Attached/subordinate offices and Autonomous Bodies under the administrative control of the Ministry.

Preventive vigilance is given priority attention with primary emphasis on identification of sensitive areas. The guidelines/instructions issued by the Department of Personnel & Training and Central Vigilance Commission from time to time in this regard are followed.