Convention of Public Accounts Committee Chairpersons: New Strategy for Good Governance Announced

According to a PIB Delhi report, a two-day convention of the Chairpersons of the Public Accounts Committees (PAC) of Parliament and the Legislatures of States/Union Territories was held at Thiruvananthapuram from 3 to 4 November, 2026.

As per this resolution, a standardized timeline will be fixed for submitting 'action taken notes' on audit paras and committee recommendations in all States and Union Territories. Additionally, it has been decided to create a dedicated digital portal for the exchange of best practices and procedural innovations between committees.

To enhance institutional capacity, regular training programmes will be organised in the secretariats of the committees, and members will be provided with the necessary tools for the analysis of complex technical and financial issues. To expedite the resolution of pending audit observations, emphasis has been laid on holding at least three meetings every month in each State and the formation of sub-committees. Along with this, cooperation with the office of the C&AG will be increased to identify risky areas of audit and governance.