CAG warns India must audit urban spending by impact on citizens well being at BRICS summit

Published on 7 May 2026

The CAG wants every rupee judged by citizens

At the BRICS SAI Summit in Bengaluru, India’s chief auditor K Sanjay Murthy called for stronger accountability in urban development and sustainable transport. He said public spending should be evaluated not by project completion, but by measurable outcomes for citizens’ well-being, particularly as cities grow faster and face mounting sustainability pressures.

CAG urges accountability in urban development and sustainable transport
Spending should be judged by citizen well being outcomes
Focus is on rapidly urbanizing areas and measurable impact
BRICS SAI Summit highlights shared scrutiny practices

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CAG warns India must audit urban spending by impact on citizens well being at BRICS summit

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