Summary of RTI Appeal under Section 19(1) – Denial of Information under Section 8(1)(j)

1. The applicant filed an appeal against the PIO of BMC L Ward for denying sanctioned building plans, a public document, citing Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act.
2. The PIO did not mention their name in the reply and violated Section 7(1) by not providing valid reasons for denial.
3. The applicant argues Section 8(1)(j) is inapplicable for public documents used for verifying compliance, appointments, contracts, or sanctions.
4. There was no explanation of how disclosure would harm the competitive position or privacy of a third party, as required under Section 7(8)(i) and 8(D).
5. The appeal claims corruption and concealment in appointments and permissions, which makes the information of larger public interest.
6. FAA is requested to ensure full hearing, record findings, direct the PIO to respond with justifications, and penalize violations as per RTI Act sections 19(8), 20(1), 20(2).
7. Affidavit-based written submissions from the PIO should be provided in advance to the appellant as per GAD circulars.
8. Failure of the FAA to act may amount to misconduct and violation of RTI guidelines and GAD circulars.