Observing that the country was facing a “testing time” in its history, Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) Vinod Rai said on Tuesday that the credibility of the government was at its “lowest” and decision-making had become a “casualty.”

The Government auditor also voiced concern at the integrity and professionalism of service officers coming under question. “The governance is at its lowest ebb. The morale of the civil servant is low. The credibility of the government is at its lowest. It's a strong statement but it is harsh reality. And hence, because of all this, the decision-making has become a casualty,” said Rai who has given audit reports, coming down heavily on Union government departments.

The CAG made these remarks while delivering the 26th Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Memorial lecture at the National Police Academy here.