Baramulla, October 28: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) organised a Youth Parliament at the Auditorium of Government Boys Degree College, Baramulla, under Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, on the theme “Probity for Prosperity.”
Tariq Ahmad Zarger, former Secretary of the Rural Development Department (RDD), attended the programme as the Chief Guest. Javed Hassan Bhat, SSP, AIG Headquarters, ACB Srinagar, and Tasleema Bano, Principal of Government Boys Degree College, Baramulla, were the Guests of Honour. A large number of youth and officials were also present.
Peerzada Aijaz Ahmad, Superintendent of Police, ACB Baramulla/Kupwara/Bandipora Wing, delivered the welcome address, highlighting the aim and significance of the programme. He stressed the role of youth in promoting integrity, transparency and accountability in public governance.
During the Youth Parliament proceedings, participants deliberated on issues concerning the Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution (CA&PD) Department and the Rural Development Department (RDD), raising concerns regarding alleged irregularities and public service delivery. The proceedings also highlighted action taken by the ACB against corruption.
The discussions further focused on transparency and accountability in public administration, the timely disposal of pending cases, digital initiatives and capacity-building.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Tariq Ahmad Zarger stressed the importance of fighting corruption and urged the youth to uphold honesty, integrity and accountability in every sphere of life. He said that corruption damages society by weakening public institutions, undermining trust, obstructing development and depriving deserving citizens of their rights and opportunities. He called upon young people to actively contribute to building a transparent, ethical and corruption-free society.
SSP Javed Hassan Bhat, while addressing the gathering, said that it is the duty of every citizen to stand united against the menace of corruption and work collectively to eradicate it from society. He emphasised that public awareness, integrity and the active participation of young people are essential to preventing corruption and strengthening transparent and accountable governance. He urged the youth to reject corrupt practices and contribute to building an honest, ethical and corruption-free society.
A pledge against corruption was administered to the participants, reaffirming their commitment to integrity, honesty and ethical conduct. A documentary highlighting the menace of corruption, its adverse impact on society and efforts to combat it was also screened during the programme.
The programme aimed to sensitise young citizens about corruption prevention and encourage their active participation in promoting ethical governance and building a transparent, accountable and corruption-free society.
Later, awards and mementos were presented to the guests and participants in recognition of their presence, participation and contribution to the programme.
