Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 09 2009:
State Information Commissioner RK Angousana directed BDO of Imphal West-II CD Block to compensate Rs 6000 to Loitongbam Ongbi Memcha Devi of Hiyangthang Mayai Leikai within 15 days for not providing information sought through RTI by her in time.
A press release of Macha Leima RTI Apunba Lup said that Memcha submitted an RTI application to the BDO seeking information on various developmental works taken up at the localities under Hiyangthang Gram Panchayat under 12th Finance Commission on June 25, 2009.It further added that Memcha faced threats from various quarters asking her to withdraw the application, but she stood firm and acquired the required information.
According to the information, the press release said, various irregularities and malpractices came to light.
It further said that the matter would be complained to the concerned authority.