President Ram Nath Kovind today called for steps to eradicate corruption completely to build a new India. Speaking at a function to mark the awareness week in New Delhi, Mr Kovind said unnecessary delays in government work also hurting the credibility of any institution. <br />''<br />''<br />''Expressing happiness that technology is being used for transparency, Mr Kovind said adoption of digital systems by the government is helping in the prevention of corrupt practices. <br />'' <br />''President said preventive vigilance is better than punitive vigilance and the Central Vigilance Commission plays a stellar role in this regard and building a new corruption-free India. <br />'' <br />''Speaking on the occasion, DoNER Minister Dr Jitendra Singh called for vigilance to keep in tune with the changing needs of time like cyber crimes. He said the Prevention of Corruption Act was amended by the present government only a few months back. <br />''<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">He said the government's motto 'Maximum governance with minimum government' will pave the way to eradicate corruption and build a new India.</span><br />