Importance of RTI Act stressed

Imphal, Oct 12 (DIPR)
The Manipur Information Commission organised the closing function of the Right to Information (RTI) Week Celebration 2026 at the auditorium of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Imphal, today.
The programme was organised under the sponsorship of the Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, the Public Grievances & Pension Government of India.
The closing function was attended by Th Ibobi Singh, former Chief Information Commissioner as chief guest; Oinam Sunil Singh, former Chief Information Commissioner (in-charge), and advisor (Media) to the Chief Minister and Nung-shitombi Athokpam, State Information Commissioner, as guests of honour.
Koijam Radhashyam Singh, State Chief Information Commissioner, presided over the function.
Speaking at the event, Th Ibobi highlighted the importance of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, in promoting transparency and accountability in Government functioning.
The Manipur Information Commission, (MIC) established on September 13, 2006, has played an important role in enabling citizens to access information held by public authorities, he said
He stressed the need for effective implementation of the RTI Act in Manipur,  noting challenges in its functioning and concerns about the safety of RTI activists.
He also urged public authorities to ensure timely access to information and proactively disclose departmental activities, funds, staffing and organisational details through official websites and other platforms.
Citizens were encouraged to use the Act responsibly to address public grievances and promote the welfare of society.
Oinam Sunil emphasised the need to popularise the Right to Information (RTI) Act in Manipur to promote transparency, accountability and reduce corruption in Government functioning.
He clarified that RTI is not a grievance redressal mechanism but a tool for obtaining official information and documentary evidence to expose irregularities.
The prize distribution ceremony for the RTI Quiz Competition was also held during the programme.