ELIKULAM GRAMA PANCHAYAT
Right to Information Act, 2005
Right to Information
Right to Information
Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, citizens have a legal right to obtain information held by public authorities.
The Right to Information Act plays an important role in ensuring transparency and accountability in administration and strengthening public participation.
Main Objectives of the Right to Information Act
01
Transparency in Administration
To ensure greater transparency in public administration and official activities.
02
Accountability
To enhance accountability in the functioning of public authorities.
03
Public Participation
To strengthen public participation in administrative procedures and development activities.
04
Prevention of Corruption
To facilitate the prevention of corruption and promote efficient administration through greater access to information.
Right of Citizens to Information
Subject to the provisions of the Act, citizens have the right to request information held by public authorities, including records, written information, reports, orders, copies of documents, and other eligible information.
Important Note
When submitting an RTI application, clearly and specifically stating the information required will help in the proper processing of the application.
How to Submit an RTI Application
1
Prepare the Application
Prepare the application by clearly specifying the information required.
2
Submit to the Concerned Officer
Submit the application to the Public Information Officer (PIO) designated under the Right to Information Act.
3
Pay the Applicable Fee
Pay the prescribed application fee and other applicable charges as required under the law.
RIGHT TO INFORMATION
Details of Right to Information Officers
Public Information Officer
Elikkulam Grama Panchayat
| Name | Martin George |
| Designation | Secretary, Elikkulam Grama Panchayat |
| Phone | 9469044687 |
| Email | elkmpdyktm@gmail.com |
| Office | Elikkulam Grama Panchayat |
Assistant Public Information Officer
| Name | Lekha V B |
| Designation | Head Clerk, Elikkulam Grama Panchayat |
| Phone | 9469044687 |
| Office | Elikkulam Grama Panchayat |
First Appellate Authority
| Name | Prasad C R |
| Designation | Deputy Director |
| Department | Local Self Government Department |
| Office | Civil Station, Collectorate P.O., Kottayam - 680002 |
| Phone | 04812 560282 |
Information to be Included in the Application
- Name of the applicant
- Full address of the applicant
- Clear details of the information requested
- Available details such as the relevant period, file number, etc.
- Application fee as prescribed under the law
Important Notice
Before submitting an application under the Right to Information Act, applicants should check the applicable laws and rules regarding the application fee, time limits, exempted information, and appeal procedures.
Appeal System
If the requested information is not received within the legally prescribed time limit, or if the applicant is not satisfied with the information received, an appeal may be submitted to the concerned appellate authority.
First Appeal
A First Appeal may be submitted to the First Appellate Authority in accordance with the procedure prescribed under the Right to Information Act.
Right to Information Act, 2005
Elikkulam Grama Panchayat • Kottayam District • Kerala
