This notice announces an extension for the submission of proposals, with the new deadline set for July 25th, 2012, at 5 PM. Pre-qualification proposals will now be opened on July 26th, 2012, at 3 PM in Conference Room No. 190 of North Block. It also specifies that a Bid Security or Earnest Money Deposit of Rs. 10,00,000/- (Rupees Ten Lakhs) in the form of a Bank Guarantee issued by a...
Government departments and ministries are reminded about the financial assistance available for establishing Right to Information (RTI) Cells. A one-time grant of Rs. 50,000 can be availed from the Department of Personnel and Training (DOPT) to procure necessary equipment like computers, scanners, and printers. This initiative is part of a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at enhancing...
This Office Memorandum directs all public authorities to proactively disclose details of official foreign and domestic tours undertaken by Ministers and officials of the rank of Joint Secretary and above, as well as Heads of Departments. This disclosure, mandated by Section 4 of the RTI Act, 2005, should include information on the tour’s nature, destinations, duration, delegation size, and...
This update details the ongoing efforts and achievements related to the Delivery Monitoring Unit (DMU) mechanism and significant developments concerning the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The quarterly DMU report is publicly accessible online, ensuring transparency in the review of flagship programs and projects. To enhance awareness of RTI, various initiatives were undertaken, including...
This office memorandum addresses a critical aspect of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, specifically concerning the timely intimation of additional fees for photocopies. It highlights a concern raised by the Central Information Commission (CIC) that some Central Public Information Officers (CPIOs) are informing applicants about photocopying charges very late in the 30-day period allowed...
The Department of Personnel and Training, in collaboration with the Department of Posts, has launched the “eIPO” (Electronic Indian Postal Order) service. This new facility allows Indian citizens, particularly those abroad, to electronically purchase Indian Postal Orders to pay fees for seeking information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. Payments can be made online via...
Public authorities are reminded of their obligation to proactively disclose details of official tours undertaken by ministers and senior officials. This includes information on the nature of the tour, destinations, duration, delegation size, and total travel costs. This disclosure, mandated under the RTI Act, aims to reduce the need for individuals to file Right to Information requests. Public...
This document provides comprehensive guidelines for implementing “suo motu” or proactive disclosure under Section 4 of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. It addresses the need for improved transparency and reduced reliance on individual RTI applications by detailing specific types of information that public authorities must disclose. The guidelines cover procurement...
The Department of Personnel and Training is establishing a Project Monitoring Unit (PMU) to oversee the proposed RTI web portal, monitor plan schemes, and manage other RTI-related projects. They are seeking to hire several positions, including a Management Consultant, Senior Management Associates, Management Associates, Senior Programmer, and Junior Programmer, on a one-year contract basis which...
This document provides responses to queries from firms shortlisted for a 360-degree study on the implementation of the RTI Act. It clarifies details regarding bid security, specifically mentioning the “Deputy Secretary(IR), Department of Personnel and Training, North Block, New Delhi-110001” as the beneficiary. It also specifies the geographical coverage for tasks related to public...