Para 6.2.12 — MSO (Audit)
Original Rule Text
6.2.12 Serious irregularities may be brought to the notice of the Government. A Factual Note/ Statement is to be issued to the Government and the Head of the Department in respect of cases proposed to be included in the Audit Report.
What This Means
When serious irregularities are discovered during Public Works inspection, they may be brought to the notice of the Government. For cases proposed for inclusion in the Audit Report (which goes to the Legislature), a Factual Note or Statement must be issued to both the Government and the Head of Department to give them an opportunity to respond before the matter is formally reported.
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Key Points
- 1Serious irregularities may be reported to Government
- 2A Factual Note/Statement is mandatory for cases proposed for the Audit Report
- 3Both Government and Head of Department receive the Factual Note
- 4This ensures the auditee has an opportunity to respond before legislative reporting
Practical Example
During PWD inspection, the audit party discovers that a Rs 5 crore bridge contract was awarded without proper tendering and the work remains incomplete after 3 years. The Inspecting Officer considers this serious enough for the CAG's Audit Report. Before including it, a Factual Note is issued to the State Government (Public Works Department) and the Chief Engineer, giving them a chance to explain or take corrective action.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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