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Mohandas Pai Accuses Big 4 of Manipulating Government Tenders

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In a recent statement, former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai raised serious concerns about the influence of the Big 4 consulting firms—Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG—on government policies and tender processes.

Mohandas’ remarks have sparked a debate on the transparency and integrity of government contracts.

His comments also raise questions about the role of these powerful firms in shaping public policy.

The concerns about the Big 4’s influence are not new.

Over the years, many have accused these firms of having undue influence over government decisions.

The increasing reliance on their expertise for policy formulation has led to a growing perception of their influence.

This perception suggests that they hold significant sway over public administration.

The Allegations on Big 4’s Influence

Mohandas Pai accused the Big 4 of manipulating tender conditions to secure government contracts.

He claimed that this manipulation allows them to capture central and state governments in various studies and policy matters.

He highlighted that the tender conditions seem to be tailored to fit these firms. This raises questions about the fairness and competitiveness of the bidding process.

The Big 4 consulting firms are known for providing a wide range of services, including consulting, audit, and advisory services, to both governments and corporations.

Their extensive involvement in government projects has led to concerns about their influence over policy formulation and implementation.

Critics argue that this dominance undermines transparency and could potentially compromise national interests.

Allegations from Mohandas Pai: Reactions, Support and Calls for Reform

Mohandas’ comments received support from economist Sanjeev Sanyal.

The latter has also been vocal about the deep-rooted involvement of foreign agencies in India’s policy-making processes.

Sanjeev pointed out the historical influence of agencies like USAID on India’s National Family Health Survey (NFHS) and questioned their impact on the country’s medical data and social policies.

In light of these allegations, there have been calls for greater transparency and accountability in the tendering process.

Mohandas emphasized opening up the system to prevent corruption and ensure fair and competitive tender conditions.

He urged the government to take steps to prevent the manipulation of tender conditions. He also called for a more inclusive and transparent bidding process to be promoted.


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