RTI First Appeal

Here are the steps on how to file a first appeal under Section 19(1) of the RTI Act:

1. Identify the First Appellate Authority (FAA). The FAA is the officer who is responsible for hearing appeals against decisions of the Public Information Officer (PIO). The name and address of the FAA can be found on the website of the concerned State Information Commission (SIC).

2. File your appeal in writing. Your appeal should be written in a clear and concise manner. It should state the reasons why you are appealing the decision of the PIO and the relief that you are seeking.

3. Provide all relevant information. Your appeal should provide all relevant information, such as the date of your RTI application, the name of the PIO, the decision of the PIO, and the reasons for your appeal.

4. File your appeal within 30 days of receiving the decision of the PIO.

5. Send your appeal by post or hand it over in person to the FAA.

6. Keep a copy of your appeal for your records.

Here is a template for a first appeal under Section 19(1) of the RTI Act:

To,

The First Appellate Authority

[Name of the State Information Commission]

[Address of the State Information Commission]

Subject: Appeal under Section 19(1) of the Right to Information Act, 2005

Sir/Madam,

I am writing to appeal against the decision of the Public Information Officer (PIO) of [name of the public authority] dated [date of the decision].

The PIO had denied my request for information under the Right to Information Act, 2005. I believe that the decision of the PIO is wrong and I am appealing against it for the following reasons:

1. The PIO has not provided any reasons for denying my request for information.

2. The information that I have requested is not exempted from disclosure under the RTI Act.

3. The information that I have requested is in the public interest.

I request you to please review the decision of the PIO and direct him to provide me with the information that I have requested.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

Here are some best practices while filing a first appeal:

• Be clear and concise in your appeal.

• Provide all relevant information.

• File your appeal within the stipulated time period.

• Keep a copy of your appeal for your records.

• Be patient. It can take several months for the SIC to hear your appeal.

It is important to remember that you have rights as a citizen of India, and you should not be afraid to stand up for those rights. If you are not getting the information or services that you are entitled to, you should not hesitate to take action.

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