Jalgaon: RTI Effective Tool For Transparent, Accountable Administration, Says Dr Vijeta Singh

Dr Vijeta Singh, speaking at a joint programme organised by the National Service Scheme and the Department of Political Science at Dr Annasaheb G D Bendale Mahila Mahavidyalaya in Jalgaon, highlighted the importance of the Right to Information (RTI) Act as a potent tool for promoting transparency and accountability in administration.

She elaborated that the RTI Act, 2005, grants citizens the legal right to seek information about the functioning of public authorities, thereby acting as a critical instrument for empowering citizens by providing them access to vital data across various sectors. This, in turn, plays a pivotal role in curbing corruption, Singh emphasized.

Explaining the Act's significance, Singh stated that it enables citizens not just to gather information, but also to question the functioning of government and public institutions, thus strengthening democracy. She gave various examples during her talk to illustrate how the RTI Act is instrumental in fostering a more transparent and accountable administration.

In his opening remarks, college principal Dr R K Narkhede echoed similar sentiments, asserting that the RTI Act, 2005, empowers citizens to seek information from public authorities and thus contributes to a more efficient democratic system.

Professor Deepak Pawar anchored the event, while Dr Harshali Patil proposed the vote of thanks. The programme saw a significant turnout, with a large number of professors, non-teaching staff, and students present.