Big Breaking! Governor’s Office Provides Fake RTI Information to Suryavanshi of Mission Against Corruption – A Great Crime Unfolds

Alas! Governor’s Office Provides Fake RTI Information to Suryavanshi of Mission Against Corruption – A Great Crime Unfolds

In a shocking turn of events, the Governor’s Office has been accused of a grave offense by providing fake and misleading information to Suryavanshi, a prominent figure in the Mission Against Corruption. The RTI application (No. 4-78/81-GS), dated 9th September 2024, was met with a deceptive response, raising serious questions about transparency and accountability. Suryavanshi has condemned this as a great crime, vowing to take legal action and expose the irregularities in the system.

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In a shocking revelation, the Governor’s House has come under fire for allegedly providing improper, misleading, and fake information in response to an RTI application. The application in question, identified as RTI Application No. 4-78/81-GS, dated 9th September 2024, has ignited controversy after the applicant exposed serious discrepancies in the response provided by the authorities.

The applicant Rajesh Suryavanshi raised concerns over the validity of the response.

In the official reply, the Public Information Officer (PIO) stated that the requested information could not be disclosed because the matter was “sub-judice.” However, according to the RTI Act of 2005, information can only be withheld under Section 8(1)(b) if there is a specific court order forbidding its disclosure.

The applicant has demanded that the Governor’s House produce a copy of such an order if it exists, casting doubt over the legitimacy of the refusal.

The lack of transparency has triggered outrage, as the applicant stressed that no court order had been referenced or provided in the initial reply. This omission raises concerns about possible misconduct and violations of the RTI Act. The applicant has issued a stern warning, asserting that if the necessary information is not supplied or justified within the legal framework, the matter will be escalated to the RTI Court, potentially leading to penalties and legal consequences for those responsible.

Moreover, the applicant challenged the PIO’s claim that they were merely following directives, questioning the integrity and propriety of such actions. “If the content of your letter is indeed accurate, I demand to know who directed you to provide such misleading information and why,” the letter reads, holding the PIO accountable for any inaccuracies in the information provided.

This case is being closely monitored, as it could have broader implications for the transparency and accountability of public offices. Failure to address the issue promptly could result in hefty fines of up to Rs. 25,000, alongside other legal repercussions.

The RTI applicant is prepared to take the matter to the next level if the authorities do not comply with the legal provisions of the RTI Act.

This is a developing story, and all eyes are on the Governor’s House to see how they respond to these serious allegations.