How do I file an RTI application in Rohini under the state RTI rules and what is the fee?

Detailed Legal Analysis

To file a Right to Information (RTI) application in Rohini, you must follow the procedures outlined in the Right to Information Act, 2005, along with the specific state RTI rules applicable in Delhi. The process is straightforward and can be completed in a few steps.

Here are the steps to file an RTI application:

• Identify the Public Authority: Determine the public authority from which you seek information. This could be any government department, office, or agency under the jurisdiction of the Delhi Government.
• Draft the Application: The RTI application should be in writing or electronically filed. It must include:
  • Your name and address.
  • The information sought, clearly specifying the details of the information required.
  • Any additional information that may help in locating the information.
• Submission of Application: You can submit your RTI application:
  • In person at the designated RTI office of the concerned public authority.
  • By post, addressed to the Public Information Officer (PIO) of that authority.
  • Online, if the public authority has an online portal for RTI applications.
• Payment of Fees: The fee for filing an RTI application in Delhi is:
  • Rs. 10 for general applications.
  • No fee for applicants belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category, upon submission of proof.
  • Payment can be made through cash, demand draft, or Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favor of the concerned public authority.
• Response Time: The concerned authority is required to respond within 30 days for general requests and within 48 hours for requests concerning the life or liberty of a person, as per Section 7 of the RTI Act, 2005.

Additionally, if you are not satisfied with the response or if no response is received, you can file an appeal under Section 19 of the RTI Act, 2005. The first appeal can be made to a senior officer in the same public authority, and a second appeal can be filed with the Central Information Commission or the State Information Commission, depending on the authority involved.