April 02: In a significant step towards strengthening financial transparency, accountability, and efficiency, Dr. Ajay Shanker Singh, ICAS, Principal Chief Controller of Accounts (CCA), Ministry of Home Affairs, inaugurated the PHQ Budget Allocation Software (PBAS) at PCR Kashmir today.
The PBAS platform has been developed to streamline the process of budget allocation, monitoring, and utilization within Police Headquarters. The initiative marks a major advancement in adopting technology-driven solutions to enhance financial governance and operational efficiency.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior officers including DGP J&K Shri Nalin Prabhat-IPS, Spl DGP Coordination PHQ Shri S.J.M. Gillani-IPS, ADGP Headquarters J&K Shri M.K. Sinha-IPS, IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi-IPS, DIsG of Traffic, Armed Kashmir, CID Kashmir, CKR Srinagar and other senior officials attended through VC.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ajay Shanker Singh emphasized the importance of digital platforms in ensuring transparency, accuracy, and real-time financial oversight. He noted that systems like PBAS play a crucial role in strengthening governance and optimizing the use of public resources.
DGP J&K Shri Nalin Prabhat highlighted the significance of modern financial management systems in enhancing institutional efficiency and accountability within the police organization.
A detailed presentation and live demonstration of the PBAS software was delivered by Shri Shakeel Maqbool ICAS-IFA J&K, who outlined its key features and functionalities. He stated that the implementation of PBAS aligns with the broader vision of digital transformation and will facilitate efficient planning, allocation, and monitoring of budgetary resources while minimizing delays and manual errors.
On the occasion, DGP J&K presented a memento to Dr. Ajay Shanker Singh as a token of appreciation.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by ADGP Headquarters J&K Shri M.K. Sinha, who expressed gratitude to all dignitaries and participants for their presence and support in the successful launch of the initiative.
