HC upholds penalty on ex-DCLR for RTI delay

A former deputy collector in Patna faces a Rs25,000 fine from the High Court for failing to adhere to the RTI Act's requirement for timely information disclosure. The penalty, initially imposed by the State Information Commissioner, reflects the court's condemnation of the officer's lack of professionalism in handling public inquiries.

HC upholds penalty on ex-DCLR for RTI delay
A former deputy collector in Patna faces a Rs25,000 fine from the High Court for failing to adhere to the RTI Act's requirement for timely information disclosure. The penalty, initially imposed by the State Information Commissioner, reflects the court's condemnation of the officer's lack of professionalism in handling public inquiries.