Governor Acharya Explains the Power of the RTI Act in Assam

Guwahati, Assam: On Tuesday, Assam’s Governor, Lakshman Prasad Acharya, talked about how the Right to Information (RTI) Act helps connect everyday people with the government, making big changes in society. At a special event, he opened the 32nd meeting of the National Federation of Information Commissions in India and shared his thoughts on the importance of transparency in democracy.

He explained how the RTI Act, introduced in 2005, has changed the way democracy works in India. “The RTI Act is like a bridge that connects people to the government. It lets everyone ask questions and get answers, showing that the people are in charge,” Acharya said.

The Governor emphasized how the RTI Act helps make things clearer, fights corruption, improves services, and holds the government accountable. He also noted that rural and less fortunate communities have gained a stronger voice because of this law.

Acharya stressed that as information spreads quickly today, it’s vital to make the RTI Act easier to use online. He wants to ensure that asking for information is simple and a part of daily life. “We need to raise awareness about the RTI Act and use technologies like AI and data analytics to keep it effective,” he added.

He highlighted the need for more community events like workshops to educate and empower people, especially those in villages. Chief Information Commissioner Heeralal Samariya and delegates from different states were also at the meeting.