<h1>Draft Public Procurement Bill 2011: Enhancing Transparency and Efficiency in India's Public Procurement Process; Feedback Due by December 24, 2011.</h1> The Draft Public Procurement Bill, 2011, aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for public procurement by the Central Government, Central Public Sector Enterprises, and related entities in India. Currently, procurement is governed by the General Financial Rules, 2005, and various departmental manuals. The Bill seeks to ensure transparency, fairness, competition, and efficiency in the procurement process. It includes provisions for a grievance redressal mechanism and penalties for violations. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback on the draft by December 24, 2011, as part of a broader consultation process led by a Drafting Committee.