Interacting with a group of probationers of this all-India service (2014 and 2015 batches) at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President noted that the department had the "crucial responsibility of guaranteeing financial propriety, probity and integrity in all transactions.
"The increase in defence outlays requires that all of them remain abreast of the latest techniques in financial management and deliver sound financial advice in a timely and efficient manner," he said.
The President welcomed the probationers to government service and assured them that there will be no dearth of challenges and opportunities in their long career ahead.
He also congratulated the young officers for clearing the civil services exam which is recognised as one of the toughest competitive examinations.
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