Chandigarh, October 27: The Government Rehabilitation Institute for Intellectual Disabilities (GRIID), Chandigarh, organized a sensitization programme at its College of Special Education as part of Vigilance Awareness Week, being observed from October 26 to November 2, 2026, in accordance with the directives of the Central Vigilance Commission.

Prof. Simrit Kahlon, Chief Vigilance Officer, Panjab University, Chandigarh, addressed faculty members and students, highlighting the significance of integrity, transparency and accountability in building a corruption-free society. Speaking on the theme “Probity for Prosperity,” she emphasised that honesty and ethical conduct are essential for good governance, institutional excellence and national development.
Prof. Kahlon encouraged students to become ambassadors of integrity and uphold ethical values in their personal and professional lives. She stressed that vigilance is a collective responsibility and that every citizen has an important role in promoting transparency and preventing corruption.
Ms. Shikha Jain extended a formal welcome to the distinguished guest, Prof. Simrit Kahlon, who was subsequently felicitated by Dr. M. Karuppasamy, Head of Department, College of Special Education, as a gesture of respect and appreciation. The programme was also attended by Ms. Shahnaz Khan, Dr. Yashvinder Kapil, faculty members and students.
A significant highlight of the programme was the administration of the Integrity Pledge by Prof. Simrit Kahlon. Dr. M. Karuppasamy, Sh. Anil Kumar, Ms. Raman, Ms. Shikha Jain, Ms. Shahnaz Khan, Dr. Yashvinder Kapil, Sh. Prateek Goswami and students collectively took the pledge, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to upholding integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical values in their personal and professional lives.
The initiative reflected GRIID's continued commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, responsible citizenship and ethical conduct among future special education professionals.