Satark Haryana’ Mobile App Now Available on Both Apple App Store and Google Play Store

Launched by Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the app has now been made available for iPhone users as well in response to public demand
Citizens can lodge corruption complaints from home and upload photographs, videos, audio recordings and documents
Special emphasis on maintaining complainants’ confidentiality; citizens encouraged to report corruption without fear

Chandigarh, November 12.

In a significant step towards making the fight against corruption more effective, transparent and participative, the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB) has made its important initiative, the ‘Satark Haryana’ mobile app, available on the Apple App Store as well. Earlier, the app was accessible only to Android users. Keeping in view public demand and the convenience of iPhone users, the app has now also been made available on the Apple App Store. With this, both iPhone and Android users can easily download the app, share information related to corruption directly with the Bureau and contribute to the campaign for making Haryana corruption-free. The app was launched by Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Lodge corruption complaints from home, confidentiality of complainants given priority

Chief of the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau, Sh. A.S. Chawla, said that the ‘Satark Haryana’ app eliminates the need for citizens to visit offices to lodge complaints related to corruption. Complainants can submit details of their complaints through the app and upload supporting photographs, videos, audio recordings and PDF documents. This enables relevant information and available evidence to be shared directly with the Bureau. He said that special importance would be given to maintaining the confidentiality of citizens providing information against corruption, so that anyone can share information with the Bureau without fear, pressure or hesitation. Maintaining public trust and encouraging citizens to raise their voices against corruption in a secure environment remain among the Bureau’s priorities.

Facilities ranging from OTP verification to sharing Google Location

He further explained that the app is simple and easy to use. Citizens can download ‘Satark Haryana’ from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on their mobile phones. They can then initiate the complaint registration process through OTP verification using their mobile number. Complainants can provide details of their grievances and attach relevant photographs, videos, audio recordings or PDF documents. The app also offers a Google Location facility, which helps users share the location related to their complaints. In addition, features such as downloading FIRs and accessing helplines with a single touch are also available. Thus, the app provides citizens with a single digital platform to lodge corruption complaints and access important services of the Bureau.

Public participation essential in reporting corruption: Sh. A.S. Chawla

Sh. A.S. Chawla said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the Haryana Government is firmly implementing its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption. Corruption will not be tolerated at any level, and strict legal action will be taken against officers and employees found involved in bribery and corrupt practices. He said that the ‘Satark Haryana’ mobile app provides an effective platform for citizens to raise their voices against corruption and directly share information with the Bureau. He appealed to citizens not to ignore any incident of bribery or corruption that comes to their notice. They should share such information without fear or hesitation, with due regard to the confidentiality of complainants, and actively contribute to the campaign for making the state corruption-free.

Corruption-related information can also be shared through helpline numbers

The Bureau has appealed to the public to immediately report any instance where a government officer or employee demands a bribe in exchange for official work. Citizens can lodge corruption-related complaints through the ‘Satark Haryana’ mobile app, as well as the toll-free helpline numbers **1064** and **1800-180-2022**, and WhatsApp number **94178-91064**. One piece of information shared by a citizen against corruption can make a significant contribution towards building a more transparent and accountable administration in the state.