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Loading page contentThe Right to Information Act, 2005 is a landmark legislation empowering every citizen of India to seek information from public authorities and promote transparency in governance.
The Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act) is a central legislation that empowers every citizen of India to seek information from any public authority. It promotes transparency and accountability in government functioning by making the government more open to public scrutiny.
Under the RTI Act, any citizen can request information from a public authority. The authority is legally bound to respond within 30 days of receiving the request. If the information concerns the life or liberty of a person, the response must be given within 48 hours.
The Department of Hydropower Development (DHPD), Arunachal Pradesh is a public authority under the Act and is committed to proactive and timely disclosure of information as mandated.
Defines "information", "public authority", "record", "right to information", and other key terms used throughout the Act.
All citizens have the right to information subject to the provisions of this Act.
Mandates proactive disclosure of 17 categories of information by every public authority.
Prescribes the procedure for making an RTI application — in writing or electronically, with a ₹10 fee.
PIO must provide information within 30 days (48 hours if life/liberty is involved).
Lists categories of information exempt from disclosure (national security, personal privacy, cabinet deliberations, etc.).
Citizens may appeal to the First Appellate Authority within 30 days if unsatisfied with the PIO's response.
PIOs can be penalised ₹250 per day (up to ₹25,000) for unwarranted refusal or delay in providing information.