The Eastern Region Workshop on Data-Led Auditing concluded successfully at RCBKI Kolkata! Under the leadership of Ms Keerti Tewari, DAI (ER), PD (ER), officers from Audit and A&E offices across four States came together for intensive sessions on data-driven audit methodologies. #CAGIndia #DataLedAudit Shri V S Jadon, PD & Secretary to CAG, delivered session on the paradigm shift in compliance auditing & the growing role of data analytics in audit assurance. Ms Swati Pandey, PD (P, SMU & Coord), elaborated on key audit priorities, timeliness & integrating data-led techniques into mainstream audit. Technical hand holding sessions by Shri Raj Kumar, Pr. AG (Audit)-I UP on social sector schemes audit, Shri Ashutosh Sharma, Pr. AG (Audit) Haryana on works audit, and Shri Pravindra Yadav, Pr. AG (A&E) Rajasthan on OCR technology & establishment audit brought cutting-edge approaches to participants. The workshop also discussed strategy for data availability from auditees, need for enhanced analytics skills & stronger Audit-A&E coordination. Next stops: Prayagraj, Shillong, Chennai & Mumbai. #AuditTransformation

The first Regional Workshop on Data-Led Auditing concluded successfully in Bhopal. Officers from Audit & A&E offices across the region came together for intensive learning, collaboration & hands-on engagement on transforming audit through data and new tools . #CAGIndia #DataLedAudit Ms Swati Pandey, PD (SMU & Coord) & Shri V S Jadon, PD & Secretary to CAG, set the vision, outlining key audit priorities and the strategic shift towards data-driven, technology-enabled audit methodologies. Expert-led sessions by Shri Pravindra Yadav, Pr. AG (A&E) Rajasthan on OCR & establishment audit, Shri Ashutosh Sharma, Pr. AG (Audit) Haryana on AI/ML in Works Audit, and Shri Raj Kumar, Pr. AG (Audit)-I UP on social sector schemes audit brought cutting-edge approaches to the forefront. The workshop reaffirmed the power of leveraging technology for greater audit effectiveness, coverage & impact. These learnings will translate into smarter, more efficient audit practices across offices from April 2026. Onwards! 🚀 #AuditInnovation #FutureOfAudit This is part of a nationwide initiative. Regional workshops on Data-Led Auditing continue in Kolkata, Prayagraj, Shillong, Chennai & Mumbai through March 2026. Together, building a future-ready audit ecosystem powered by data, technology & collaboration. #CAGIndia #AuditTransformation

Workshop on Data-Led Inspection & Audit Initiatives and Priorities for the Annual Audit Plan 2026–27, held on 22–23 December 2025. During the workshop, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India commended the presenters for clearly articulating the significance of data-led audit initiatives. He also appreciated the role of the Nodal PAGs in designing and conducting the workshop, and their commitment to supporting teams in the effective implementation of the strategy. Key Presentations: Establishment Audit Shri Kushal Karthik S, Sr. DAG and Ms. Anjali Bhardwaj, DAG Presentation highlighted how data, technology and analytics enable focused inspections, reduced mandays, and wider audit coverage. #DigitalAudit #GoodGovernance Social Sector Scheme Audit Shri Nitin Gangadhar Puke, Sr. DAG and Shri Bappaditya Majumdar, DAG Presentation focused on the shift to data-led remote compliance audits, enabling 100% transaction coverage through AI/OCR for greater impact and timely reporting. #DataLedAudit #CAGIndia Works Audit Ms. Priyati Kawdo, Sr. DAG and Shri Akash Chaudhary, DAG Presentation showcased AI-enabled OCR transformation of unstructured data into analytics, uncovering revenue leakage, tender norm violations, and contractor cartel risks—paving the way for scalable data-led hybrid audits. Overall Takeaways Shri K Viswanathan, Sr. DAG and Shri Nareshkumar M, Sr. DAG Key takeaways included stronger Audit–Accounts integration, deployment of AI/ML and OCR to detect data anomalies, and a shift towards impact-focused remote and hybrid audits from April 2026 onwards. Closing Session Shri K Sanjay Murthy, CAG of India, and Shri K S Subramanian, DAI (HR, IR, Coordination & Legal) The closing remarks emphasised Audit & A&E integration, the necessity of transitioning to data-led remote and hybrid audits with AI-based tools, and the importance of following up audit products and recommendations with stakeholders for effective implementation. Wishing all participants the very best, the CAG expressed confidence in their innovations and in the delivery of high-quality audit products in the year ahead. #CAGIndia #AuditExcellence #DataDrivenGovernance #CapacityBuilding #AnnualAuditPlan