Subject: Inquiry Regarding Audit of National Health Mission Funds and Departmental Funds
I am writing to request information pertaining to the audits conducted by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) in relation to the National Health Mission (NHM) funds and all other funds within the Department of Health and Family Welfare in Tamil Nadu. My inquiries encompass the following aspects:
1. Details regarding the last conducted audit by the CAG for NHM funds and other departmental funds.
2. Reasons for any pending or missed audits and the responsible authority for ensuring the audit process.
3. Any discrepancies or irregularities highlighted in the last conducted audit reports.
4. The authority designated to receive and act upon the findings reported by the CAG.
5. Reasons or actions taken in instances where no action was initiated despite discrepancies highlighted in audit reports.
6. Measures in place to ensure transparency and accountability in managing NHM funds and other departmental funds in Tamil Nadu.
7. Procedures for handling salary disbursement to contract employees and related audit protocols in Tamil Nadu.
I kindly request a comprehensive response to these inquiries, aiming to understand the accountability and transparency measures in the department.