ICAR–Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 from 28 October to 2 November 2025 with the theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” The observance began with an Integrity Pledge administered to staff, students, and workers, reaffirming collective commitment to transparency and ethical conduct. A series of awareness programmes were conducted within the institute, including slogan writing, elocution, cartoon drawing, and quiz competitions, which saw enthusiastic participation from staff and students. A Vigilance Awareness Rally was also organized to spread the message of integrity among the public, during which PIDPI pamphlets in English, Malayalam, and Hindi were distributed.
As part of outreach activities, ICAR–IISR conducted essay writing and painting competitions across several schools in Kozhikode, engaging over 100 students from Vedavyasa Vidyalayam, Amrita Vidyalayam, JDT Islam, and Little Flower English Medium School. A special vigilance awareness lecture was delivered by Mr. O. Sasi, Legal Advisor, Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau, Northern Range, Kozhikode, enriching participants with insights into the importance of vigilance in public life. The week concluded with a valedictory session and prize distribution, marking a meaningful and impactful observance aimed at promoting integrity at all levels.
