I filed an RTI application to the RPO, asking for the status of my passport application. The PIO refused to provide the information, citing that it is personal in nature. I want to file a grievance against the PIO. What is the procedure for filing a grievance?
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Piorefusal
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- legal_aid_volunteer14 Apr 2026Needs improvement
I filed an RTI application with the PIO of a government department to get information about the details of a contract awarded to a private company. The PIO refused to provide the information, citing that it was confidential and exempt under §8(1)(d) of the RTI Act. I filed a first appeal, but the FAA upheld the PIO's decision. Now, I want to file a second appeal with the CIC. Can I challenge the PIO's decision and what are my chances of getting the information?
beneficiary_seeker18 Apr 2026Needs improvementI filed an RTI application to get a copy of my FIR, but the PIO refused, citing §8(1)(h). The FIR was filed 6 months ago. Can I appeal against this decision? What are my chances of getting the FIR copy?
kolkata_rti_filer15 Feb 2026Needs improvement