Bengaluru: BEML Limited observed Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2026 at its Corporate Office on October 26, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to transparency, accountability, integrity and ethical conduct. The inaugural ceremony brought together senior leadership and employees to promote vigilance awareness and strengthen an ethical culture in both professional and personal life.
The event was attended by Shantanu Roy, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of BEML; Dr. Sajid Farid Shapoo, IPS, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO); Functional Directors; and employees of the Corporate Office.
The observance highlighted the importance of ethical governance, preventing corruption and encouraging collective responsibility in building a transparent and accountable organisation.
BEML Administers Integrity Pledge to Employees
As part of the inaugural ceremony, the Integrity Pledge was administered to the dignitaries and employees. Through the pledge, participants reaffirmed their collective commitment to upholding the highest standards of honesty, probity and professionalism while discharging their official responsibilities.
The initiative emphasised that integrity and ethical behaviour are essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring responsible organisational functioning.
Messages from President, Prime Minister and CVC Disseminated
During the programme, messages from the Hon’ble President of India, the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) and other eminent dignitaries were read out and disseminated among the participants.
The messages highlighted the significance of vigilance, ethical governance and corruption prevention. They also underscored the responsibility of every individual in promoting transparency, accountability and integrity in the workplace and society.
Online Integrity Pledge Kiosk Set Up at Corporate Office
To encourage wider employee participation in the nationwide vigilance initiative, BEML set up a dedicated kiosk at its Corporate Office to facilitate the taking of the Online Integrity Pledge.
The facility encouraged employees to actively participate in the initiative and reaffirm their commitment to ethical values and responsible conduct.
BEML Plants Beetroot Guava Tree as Vigilance Tree
In a symbolic gesture reflecting its commitment to vigilance, sustainability and social responsibility, the dignitaries planted a beetroot guava tree, designated as the Vigilance Tree.
The tree-planting initiative conveyed the message that integrity, like a tree, requires consistent care and nurturing to grow stronger and deliver lasting results. It also connected the values of ethical conduct with sustainability and long-term organisational responsibility.
BEML Reaffirms Commitment to Ethical Work Culture
The observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 reinforced BEML’s commitment to fostering an ethical work culture, strengthening vigilance awareness and encouraging employees to uphold honesty, transparency and accountability.
Through initiatives such as the Integrity Pledge, awareness activities and the planting of the Vigilance Tree, the company reiterated the importance of embedding ethical values into everyday practices and promoting organisational excellence and public trust.
About BEML Limited
BEML Limited is a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The company manufactures equipment and products for defence and aerospace, mining and construction, and rail and metro transportation. It supports India’s defence and infrastructure requirements while pursuing business opportunities in domestic and international markets.
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