Whistleblowing: A Beacon of Integrity and Justice
Introduction to Whistleblowing Whistleblowing is the act of exposing illegal, unethical, or improper conduct within an organization. Whistleblowers play a crucial role in maintaining transparency and accountability, often at great personal risk. They are the unsung heroes who stand up against corruption, fraud, and other malpractices, ensuring that justice prevails. Notable Whistleblowers in India India has seen several courageous individuals who have blown the whistle on corruption and malpractices. Some notable whistleblowers include: Satyendra Dubey : An Indian Engineering Services officer who exposed corruption in the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and was tragically murdered for his efforts. Shanmugam Manjunath : An Indian Oil Corporation officer who exposed corruption in petrol pumps and was killed for his bravery. Lalit Mehta : An activist who exposed irregularities in the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) and was murdered. IPS Narendra Kumar ...