This document serves as a reminder regarding financial assistance for the establishment of Right to Information (RTI) cells in public authorities. The Department of Personnel & Training (DOPT) is providing a one-time grant of ₹50,000 to eligible ministries, departments, and subordinate offices. This financial aid is intended to cover the costs of essential equipment like computers, scanners...
The Department of Personnel and Training is compiling the second volume of best practices on the Right to Information (RTI) adopted by public authorities across India. They are inviting citizens to submit write-ups detailing these practices. The top 20 submissions will be selected for inclusion in the compendium and will be rewarded with Rs. 25,000. The write-ups should follow a specific format...
This memorandum serves as a reminder to all Ministries and Public Authorities regarding the implementation of suo-motu disclosure guidelines under the RTI Act, 2005. It highlights that many organizations have failed to submit their compliance reports and action taken reports within the stipulated six-month period from the issuance of the original O.M. dated 15.04.2013. Furthermore, it emphasizes...
The Department of Personnel and Training is offering an online Right to Information (RTI) certificate course, available in English, Hindi, and Telugu. Hosted by the Centre for Good Governance in Hyderabad, the course is free and accessible online, providing a flexible learning experience with opportunities to interact with experts. Participants can choose between a 7-day introductory course...
This document announces the extension of a new feature on the “RTI online” portal, allowing Ministries and Departments to upload their Right to Information (RTI) application responses and first appeals directly to their respective websites. This initiative aims to facilitate proactive disclosure of information as per existing guidelines. The feature, initially piloted by DOPT, will...
This circular announces a consultation seeking public feedback on the proposal to use postal stamps as a method for paying Right to Information (RTI) application fees and costs. The Central Information Commission (CIC) has previously recommended this approach, following discussions with the Department of Posts. While the Department of Posts cannot issue exclusive RTI stamps, they suggested using...
This circular, issued by the Government of India’s Department of Personnel and Training, addresses the format for providing information to applicants under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. While a standardized format for RTI replies is not mandated by the Act or Rules, a committee recommended that certain key elements should be uniformly adopted by Public Information Officers...
The Government of India is urging all State Governments and Union Territories to adopt the Right to Information (RTI) Rules, 2012, which were notified to consolidate and supersede previous rules regarding information fees and appeal procedures. This initiative aims to achieve uniformity in the implementation of the Right to Information Act across the country. States that haven’t yet aligned...
The Department of Personnel and Training has issued guidelines to ensure that information provided to applicants under the Right to Information (RTI) Act is consistently formatted. The memo emphasizes that all replies must include the RTI application number and receipt date, the name, designation, and contact details of the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO). If information is denied...
This office memorandum outlines further directives for public authorities to enhance suo motu disclosure as per Section 4 of the RTI Act, 2005. Following a committee’s recommendations, public authorities are instructed to analyze frequently sought information and publish it proactively on their websites. Key measures include establishing consultative committees with stakeholders to advise...