Request for Qualification and RTI Training Certificates

Topic: Public Demand for Accountability from Police Officers in RTI Process

On 27th May 2025, activist Kamlakar Shenoy wrote to the EOW (Economic Offences Wing) police department requesting certified copies of education and RTI training certificates of DCP Sangram Nishandar and ACP Rajesh Ojha.

He stated that despite filing an RTI appeal earlier, he had not received any official reply under Section 19(5) of the RTI Act. He raised concerns about the officers’ lack of understanding of RTI laws and demanded proof of their competence.

The hearing on his RTI appeal was scheduled for 29th May 2025. Shenoy asked whether the hearing would still be held, as some key officers were either on leave or transferred.

He insisted the hearing be conducted openly, with live video recording, and not be treated as a formality. He emphasized that public officers must act in service of citizens and not treat their position as a privilege.

Failure to provide requested information or perform their duties can lead to criminal charges under Sections 406 and 409 of IPC (criminal breach of trust).