Urban mobility is key to governance and ease of living, says CAG Murthy
Hey there! This news about the CAG talking about urban mobility is super important for CLAT, especially for your Legal Reasoning and Current Affairs. Basically, the CAG, that's the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, a key constitutional body, said that how we move around cities directly affects our quality of life and government accountability. This links to Article 148 of the Constitution, which establishes the CAG's role in auditing public funds. It also touches upon Article 21, the Right to Life, as ease of living and access to services are crucial for a dignified life. Think about schemes like the Smart Cities Mission and how public investment impacts citizens. So for your CLAT prep, remember the CAG's constitutional role, its link to good governance, and how urban development connects to fundamental rights and government accountability.
CAG K Sanjay Murthy emphasised that urban mobility is a key link between governance and citizens’ quality of life, stating that public investments must be measured by their impact on ease of living. (a file photo)
CAG K Sanjay Murthy on Friday emphasised that urban mobility represents one of the most visible interfaces between governance and citizens.
In his closing remarks at the 5th BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions Leaders’ Summit, Murthy also highlighted that the effectiveness of public investments must ultimately be assessed in terms of their impact on improving ease of living.
The summit with the theme ‘Ease of Living with a Focus on Urban Mobility’ brought together 38 delegates, including heads of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) from nine BRICS countries, along with urban finance and mobility experts.
The theme found strong resonance among all participating SAIs with a shared recognition of the critical link between urban mobility and ease of living, the Office of Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) said in a statement.
It was emphasised that mobility is not merely about physical movement, but about enabling access to livelihoods, services, and opportunities, thereby directly shaping the quality of life of citizens, it said.
The deliberations of delegations from SAIs of Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Russia, South Africa and the UAE reflected convergence and diversity of perspectives across BRICS countries.
Discussions highlighted challenges arising from rapid urbanisation, congestion, environmental stress, and inequitable access, while also showcasing evolving approaches to addressing these complexities, the statement said.
During the summit, discussions also highlighted the role of integrated and long-term planning, sustainable transport systems, and technology-enabled governance.
Increasing emphasis was placed on the use of data-driven approaches, including real-time data systems, digital platforms, and advanced analytics, to strengthen audit effectiveness and improve decision-making, the statement said.
The summit concluded with the adoption of the BRICS SAI Work Plan 2027-28 and the Bengaluru Declaration.