Right to Information Act
Kavanur Grama Panchayat
Right to Information Act 2005 (RTI Act 2005)
📜 Administrative Transparency and Citizen Rights
The Right to Information Act (RTI Act) is a powerful legal framework designed to provide the public with necessary information from government institutions. It aims to ensure citizen participation in the democratic process and eliminate corruption.
Key Objectives & Rights:
- Right to Request Information: Any Indian citizen can request information from a government office by submitting the prescribed application fee.
- Response Timeline: Officials are obligated to respond within 30 days of receiving the application (or within 48 hours if it concerns life or liberty).
- Penalty Clause: If information is not provided within the specified time frame or if incorrect information is provided, penalties can be levied on the concerned officials.
- Government Transparency: It helps bring the administrative system directly to the people through legal transparency.
Designated Officials
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Khaulath E.K.
Secretary
Kavanur Grama Panchayat
Kavanur P.O., Malappuram
Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO)
Swetha M.
Head Clerk
Kavanur Grama Panchayat
Kavanur P.O., Malappuram
Appellate Authority
Panchayat Assistant Director
Local Self Government Department (LSGD)
Malappuram District Office
Malappuram
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