The Comptroller and Auditor General of India will celebrate Audit Diwas on November 16. The event marks the historical significance of the institution since 1860. Officials said the day will feature the launch of a new HR portal and an Executive MBA program. It also showcases innovation and technological advancements.
CAG of India will celebrate Audit Diwas on November 16, marking its historical significance since 1860. The event will feature showcases of innovation and technological advancements within the department. Notable announcements include the launch of Large Language Model 2.0 and CAG HR Management System portal 2.0. Additionally, an Executive MBA program for IA&AD officers will be introduced with IIM Mumbai.
New Delhi: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India will celebrate Audit Diwas on Monday, marking the start of Audit Week celebrations across all field offices through a series of centrally organised events showcasing the department's work in innovation, capacity building, and technological interventions.
CAG of India is one of the oldest public audit institutions in the world. Its origins go back to the post of the Auditor General of the British Crown in India, created under the Government of India Act, 1858. On November 16, 1860, Sir Edward Drummond assumed charge as the first Auditor General. November 16 is celebrated each year as 'Audit Diwas' to mark this event.
K Sanjay Murthy, CAG of India, along with senior management, principal accountants general, directors general, accountants general and principal directors, as well as officials from ministries and departments, will attend the event.
Audit Diwas 2026 will showcase the work of the department in innovation, capacity building and technological interventions, an official release said.
A key highlight of Audit Diwas 2026 will be the unveiling of the department's Large Language Model (LLM) 2.0, which features three distinct streams dedicated to compliance audit, financial audit, and works audit.
The release further said that '
Artificial Intelligence Champions' will present a roadmap for enterprise-wide roll-out within the Indian Audit and Account Department in areas of financial audit, Income Tax audit and finalisation of pension cases of state government employees.
The CAG HR Management System portal 2.0 and an Executive MBA programme for IA&AD officers with
IIM Mumbai will also be launched, the release said.
Audit Diwas will be followed by AG Conclave on the theme, 'Fostering Excellence -- People, Process and Partnerships', on November 17.