SJVN becomes 1st power sector PSU to get anti-bribery management system certification

New Delhi: SJVN Limited has obtained anti-bribery management system certification (ABMS) ISO 37001:2016, informed SJVN CMD NL Sharma. He further said that every SJVNite is proud of this achievement as SJVN is the first Power Sector PSU to get this certification. ABMS is a management system which helps in preventing, detecting and responding to the act of bribery.

Sharma further said that ABMS certification granted by Bureau of India Standards (BIS) is testament to SJVN’s unwavering commitment to implement robust anti bribery policies and procedures. He further said that at SJVN, we ensure that all employees and stakeholders adhere to ethical standards. He further said that in SJVN we believe integrity is the foundation of responsible citizenship and sustainable development.

Sharma told that the certification is granted upon successful implementation of ISO 37001:2016 standards across 14 locations on SJVN. These locations include corporate head quarters shimla, Liaison Office Delhi and twelve (12) other project locations in the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

Sharma praised the efforts of Prem Prakash (IOFS), Chief Vigilance Officer SJVN who along with his team played an active role in process of achieving this certification.

Anti-Bribery Management System (ISO 37001:2016) certification is an International Standard, which provides solutions for eradication of bribery related incidents and concerns. The system includes Anti Bribery Policy, Appointment of Persons to oversee anti-bribery compliance, training, risk assessment and instituting reporting and investigation procedures.

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