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Mahesh Walvekar Emphasizes RTI Act's Role in Promoting Transparency
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 07:40 PM
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Union Minister Mahesh Walvekar reiterated that the Right to Information Act, enacted on 12 October 2005, aims to bring transparency to government functioning.
Since its enactment on 12 October 2005, the Right to Information Act has been a cornerstone of India's democratic governance. The legislation empowers citizens to seek information from public authorities, fostering accountability and openness.
In a recent statement, Union Minister Mahesh Walvekar underscored that the core objective of the RTI Act is to bring transparency to government functioning. He highlighted that the right to information is a fundamental right of every citizen.
Walvekar noted that the Act has played a pivotal role in exposing irregularities and ensuring that public resources are used responsibly. He urged continued vigilance and compliance from all levels of government.
The minister concluded that strengthening the RTI framework remains essential for sustaining public trust and enhancing democratic participation.
In a recent statement, Union Minister Mahesh Walvekar underscored that the core objective of the RTI Act is to bring transparency to government functioning. He highlighted that the right to information is a fundamental right of every citizen.
Walvekar noted that the Act has played a pivotal role in exposing irregularities and ensuring that public resources are used responsibly. He urged continued vigilance and compliance from all levels of government.
The minister concluded that strengthening the RTI framework remains essential for sustaining public trust and enhancing democratic participation.