Not Just an Accountant: The Diary of the Nations Conscience Keeper

Not Just an Accountant is a sharp, revealing account by Vinod Rai, India’s eleventh Comptroller and Auditor General and a key figure in the anti-corruption movement. Drawing on insider experiences, Rai exposes major national scandals — from the 2G spectrum and Coalgate scams to the Commonwealth Games, hydrocarbon deals, and civil aviation failures. Through these cases, he examines systemic corruption, the role of the CAG as a watchdog, and the urgent need for ethics, accountability, and transparency in governance and business. The book offers insights, lessons, and a roadmap for good governance and inspires young professionals to pursue integrity and excellence.