Thounaojam Ibobi sworn in as State CIC
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 04 2015 :
Former Project Director of Loktak Development Authority, Thounaojam Ibobi was today sworn in as the State Chief Information Commissioner.
Governor of Manipur Dr KK Paul administered the oath during a swearing ceremony held at Raj Bhavan today morning.
The swearing in ceremony was graced by Chief Minister O Ibobi, Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam, Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly Th Lokeshwar, Inner Manipur MP T Meinya, Chief Secretary PC Lawmkunga, DGP Shahid Ahmad and other high ranking civil and police officers of the State.
Th Ibobi has been appointed as the SCIC after the post was lying defunct for about two years.
Th Ibobi while addressing the function said that it will take some time to put things in order as the office is taking up the works after a hiatus of about two years.
He assured to give his best to do justice to all information seekers under RTI Act, 2005.Th Ibobi also assured to ensure that the RTI Act 2005 is not being misused.
Ensuring justice to all information seekers under the Act will be his priority, Ibobi said.
The new SCIC has also sought the cooperation of all concerned towards the smooth functioning of the Commission.