Established in 1948, the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) utilizes voluntary public contributions to provide immediate disaster relief and critical medical assistance. Administered by the PMO, it functions as a charitable trust outside CAG auditing and RTI ambit.
Click to View MoreThe Economic Survey 2025-26 suggests revisiting the RTI Act to protect policy deliberations through exemptions and possible ministerial veto. Critics argue existing Section 8 safeguards suffice and warn of dilution after the DPDP Act, urging stronger transparency via proactive disclosure and empowered Information Commissions nationwide.
Click to View MoreThe new Chief Information Commissioner assumes office amid rising RTI challenges, including huge pendency, vacancies and reduced autonomy after the 2019 amendment. The DPDP Act, 2023 further weakens transparency through broad personal data exemptions, making harmonisation, timely appointments and administrative reforms essential to revive India’s RTI regime.
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