CAG of India visits NADT, AG, RCBKI, Nagpur

**Executive Summary** On December 17, 2025, Shri K. Sanjay Murthy, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), visited the National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT), AG, RCBKI, in Nagpur. The visit included the inauguration of the 79th batch of IRS officers, review of various departments, and interaction with staff, underscoring a commitment to transparency and institutional strengthening within the IA & AD. During his visit, the CAG planted a tree each in the premises of NADT and offices of IA & AD. **Key Points / Main Content** * **NADT Visit:** * CAG inaugurated the 79th batch of Indian Revenue Service (IRS) Officers. * He urged trainee officers to focus on constitutional responsibility and ignore negativity. * Emphasized balancing legal compliance with broader national perspective while handling complex taxation issues. * Stressed continuous learning, collaboration with academic institutions, and capacity building. * Cited GST examples related to research grants and funding for innovation and start-ups. * **Accountant General (Accounts & Entitlement)-II Visit:** * CAG reviewed the functioning of the Audit office, Accounts office, and Training Institute within the Indian Audit and Accounts Department (IA&AD). * CAG reviewed the working of pension sections and emphasized the digitalization of pension cases. * Discussions held with Senior officers of the Accountant General (Audit), Accountant General (A&E), and Regional Capacity Building and Knowledge Institute (RCBKI). * He reviewed the training facilities and infrastructure at RCBKI. * He interacted with the Executive Committee members of all the service Associations. * **Overall Themes:** * Visit underscored commitment to transparency, accountability, and strengthening institutional capacity within the IA & AD. **Impact Analysis** **IRS Trainee Officers:** * **Impact:** Received direction on focusing on constitutional responsibility and continuous learning. * **Action Required:** Implement the guidance provided by the CAG, particularly focusing on balancing legal compliance with broader national perspectives and engaging in continuous learning. **Accountant General (Audit), Accountant General (A&E) and RCBKI Senior Officers:** * **Impact:** Subject to review and discussions with the CAG, requiring them to address digitalization and other key points. * **Action Required:** Review and implement recommendations related to digitalization of pension cases and other points discussed with the CAG. **Indian Audit and Accounts Department (IA&AD):** * **Impact:** Affected by the CAG's emphasis on transparency, accountability, and strengthened institutional capacity. * **Action Required:** Align departmental practices and initiatives with the CAG's vision for enhanced transparency, accountability, and institutional capacity.

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