The Central Vigilance Commission has been made into a statutory authority under the CVC Ordinance 1998. Effective vigilance is possible only if there is greater transparency in our government systems and the people are empowered. The launching of the web site has been done with the objective of bringing the CVCs organisation closer to every citizen in India especially those who are interested in making India a less corrupt country. Prevention is better than cure. Preventive medicine is better than curative medicine.
Preventive maintenance is better than breakdown maintenance.
In the area of vigilance also we should practice the principle of preventive vigilance. This is possible if we are able to make our systems transparent especially those where discretion is involved and where there is scope for favoritism and corruption. It is hoped that the website will become an effective instrument in empowering the people to continue the fight against corruption in the country and make our country a less corrupt country. All material published on the website is in the public domain and every one is free to download the same and publicise it and act on the same.