RTI activists serve legal notice to Maharashtra govt, seek rollback of new RTI rules
Transparency advocates have issued a legal notice to the Maharashtra government, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the recently notified RTI Rules, 2026. Activists argue the new rules create significant barriers, making information access more expensive and cumbersome, contrary to the RTI Act's spirit. Key objections include mandatory photo ID proof, single-subject application limits, and increased fees.
Transparency advocates have issued a legal notice to the Maharashtra government, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the recently notified RTI Rules, 2026. Activists argue the new rules create significant barriers, making information access more expensive and cumbersome, contrary to the RTI Act's spirit. Key objections include mandatory photo ID proof, single-subject application limits, and increased fees.
