First Deputy of the Judiciary: We Rely on Public Participation to Achieve Justice President of the General Inspection Organization: Public Engagement is the Key to Preventing and Combating Corruption

The “National Whistleblower Protection System” was officially launched during a ceremony attended by Hojjatoleslam Wal-Muslimeen Khalili, First Deputy of the Judiciary; Dr. Khodaeiyan, President of the General Inspection Organization (GIO); Mr. Sahebkar Khorasani, Deputy for Strategic Affairs; and Mr. Kazemi-Fard, Deputy for Statistics and Information Technology of the Judiciary.

According to the GIO’s Public Relations Office, the launch emphasized the strategic role of public involvement in detecting and preventing corruption and the necessity of maximizing this capacity in the national oversight process.

In his speech, First Deputy of the Judiciary Hojjatoleslam Wal-Muslimeen Khalili stated:

“Oppression in today’s world spares neither children nor the elderly and utilizes every means to kill innocents. While international organizations remain silent in the face of widespread injustice, we are witnessing a devout society that believes in divine promises and holds that tyranny shall never prevail over it. Instead, the devout will always hold superiority.”

He added, “This religious society is bound by a profound unity, a manifestation of divine grace. This unity has repeatedly brought low its enemies, despite their material powers, and uplifted the dignity of Muslims worldwide. We must strive to preserve this cohesion, which has proven to be a formidable force.” Khalili emphasized that the Judiciary’s “Transformation and Excellence Document” specifically calls for leveraging public capacity in the fight against corruption.

“To attain justice,” he said, “we must act collectively. Public participation is essential to preventing corruption. The Iranian people reject corruption and yearn for justice; they are ready to cooperate, provided we engage them through rational and efficient methods.”

He continued, “According to this strategic document, the National Whistleblower Protection System was developed by the General Inspection Organization to institutionalize public cooperation. God commands that justice must lead a devout society. If we neglect the public, justice will remain individualistic. True justice is only realized when we mobilize society as a whole. This system now enables citizens to immediately report irregularities within the governance structure.”

Khalili stressed that “the people demand a clear path to justice and expect decisive action against corruption. Our nation deserves committed service. They have shown resilience, fostered unity, and humiliated the enemy. We must now fully harness this united front.”

He expressed satisfaction that the GIO launched this initiative, noting:

“Our people do not tolerate corruption and demand accountability. Every action against corruption brings us closer to justice. Indifference, however, allows corruption to grow and diverges us from the path of justice.”

He warned that ignoring the role of citizens in delivering justice is neither commendable nor legitimate. “It lacks moral, religious, and legal justification. Active public participation is a precondition for justice. This system harnesses that participation with a structured and reliable process. It is not built on vague or unverifiable reports.”

Khalili also praised Dr. Khodaeiyan, President of the GIO, for his constructive and impactful leadership, saying, “With this platform, we have taken a meaningful step toward justice.”

Dr. Khodaeiyan: Transparency and Public Engagement Are Essential for Combating Corruption

During the launch event, Dr. Khodaeiyan extended his condolences on the martyrdom anniversaries of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and Imam Sajjad (A.S.), as well as the recent assassinations of several Iranian commanders, scientists, judicial staff, and innocent civilians by the Zionist regime and the United States.

He noted that this year’s Tasua and Ashura ceremonies were held with unprecedented passion and spiritual depth due to the recent criminal attacks. “The people’s widespread and heartfelt participation in these mourning ceremonies reflected national unity and resilience.”

Khodaeiyan congratulated the Iranian nation on resisting global arrogance:

“In this asymmetric war, Iranians at home and abroad displayed remarkable national pride and solidarity.”
Welcoming the First Deputy of the Judiciary, he commended Khalili’s active role in accelerating judicial services during the recent 12-day war and in broader governance structures.

Referring to the Judiciary’s Transformation Document, Khodaeiyan said:

“This roadmap identifies major challenges and offers concrete solutions across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons. It assigns clear roles for implementation, collaboration, and oversight. If fully implemented, many obstacles will be overcome.”

One of the key pillars of this document, he emphasized, is the adoption and implementation of the Whistleblower Protection Law.

“The GIO has actively participated in drafting and promoting this law from the outset. It was approved on December 5, 2023, and its executive bylaw was later submitted to the government and approved. The related directive is currently under review by the Judiciary’s Legal Department.”

The newly launched platform, he said, is based on Article 3 of the Whistleblower Protection Law and enables public collaboration in anti-corruption efforts across all institutions.

“To succeed in prevention, detection, and prosecution of corruption, we must involve the public the most extensive and effective observers. Their active presence is a powerful asset for oversight bodies.” He noted that not only does public involvement increase oversight efficiency, but it reduces anti-corruption costs significantly.

Dr. Khodaeiyan added that since assuming office during the Judiciary’s transformation phase, the GIO has prioritized transitioning from traditional oversight to smart, electronic supervision by strengthening digital infrastructure and enhancing transparency.

“Thanks to divine support and our colleagues’ efforts, we have made considerable progress in this area.” He criticized certain agencies’ resistance to transparency and digital oversight, saying:

“To ensure access to essential electronic systems, we had to pursue legislation through the Islamic Consultative Assembly, obligating agencies to cooperate. These laws have enabled the GIO to access numerous data systems. Such access is utilized with full respect for privacy and security, allowing for more precise and intelligent monitoring.”

Public Engagement is the Key to Combating Corruption

In conclusion, Mehdi Hedayatfar, Director General of Technology and Data Analytics at the GIO, presented a technical overview of the platform’s functions.

The National Whistleblower Protection System is now accessible to all citizens via the website: www.SIHAF.ir