PNB Observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 on Theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility”

New Delhi, October 27, 2025: Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has launched Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 at its Corporate Office in Dwarka, New Delhi. The event marked the beginning of a nationwide initiative to strengthen the culture of transparency, accountability, and integrity across the organization.

Integrity Pledge Led by Top Leadership

On the occasion, PNB’s Managing Director and CEO, Shri Ashok Chandra, along with Chief Vigilance Officer Shri Raghvendra Kumar, administered the Integrity Pledge to staff members. The pledge encouraged employees to uphold honesty and ethical behavior in every aspect of their professional conduct.

The ceremony was attended by the bank’s Executive Directors, Shri B.P. Mahapatra and Shri D. Surendran, who also shared insights on the importance of collective responsibility in promoting vigilance and good governance.

PNB’s Commitment to Vigilance and Integrity

PNB is observing Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 from October 27 to November 2, following the directives of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). The theme for this year, “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility”, emphasizes the need for active participation from every employee to build a culture of integrity and ethical decision-making.

The week-long campaign includes awareness activities, discussions, and workshops across all branches and offices. These efforts aim to motivate employees and customers alike to maintain fairness and transparency in all financial dealings.

Promoting Transparency and Ethical Governance

Through this initiative, Punjab National Bank continues to reinforce its position as a responsible financial institution. The focus remains on promoting ethical governance, preventing corruption, and nurturing a work environment where integrity is a shared value.

The observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 reflects PNB’s vision to align with national efforts toward creating a more transparent and accountable banking system.

Key Highlights

• Theme: “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility”
• Duration: October 27 – November 2, 2025
• Led by: Shri Ashok Chandra (MD & CEO) and Shri Raghvendra Kumar (CVO)
• Organized by: Punjab National Bank as per the directives of the Central Vigilance Commission

By observing Vigilance Awareness Week 2025, PNB reaffirms its long-standing dedication to honesty, integrity, and ethical governance. The bank’s leadership continues to inspire employees nationwide to uphold transparency and contribute to a corruption-free financial ecosystem.