Concern over slow implementation of RTI Act
Sunday, 20 June 2010
FE Report
Experts expressed concern at the slow implementation of Right to Information (RTI) Act and lack of awareness among people about the law.
They said open and timely information would help stop corruption, improve governance, and ensure accountability and transparency, thus bringing about positive changes in the lives of millions.
They said lack of human resource in government institutions, improper information management system, and inadequate budget allocations are the barriers to the effective implementation of RTI Act.
The observations came from discussants at a consultation meeting at Rajshahi organized by Management and Resource Development Initiative (MRDI) supported by USAID PROGATI.
The discussants advised ways to overcome the challenges. Also setting indicators for measuring the impact of RTI Act should be put into effect immediately, they said.
Rajshahi Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Delwar Bakht said, "The enactment of RTI law is a pragmatic step taken by the government to ensure free flow of information."
Experts expressed concern at the slow implementation of Right to Information (RTI) Act and lack of awareness among people about the law.
They said open and timely information would help stop corruption, improve governance, and ensure accountability and transparency, thus bringing about positive changes in the lives of millions.
They said lack of human resource in government institutions, improper information management system, and inadequate budget allocations are the barriers to the effective implementation of RTI Act.
The observations came from discussants at a consultation meeting at Rajshahi organized by Management and Resource Development Initiative (MRDI) supported by USAID PROGATI.
The discussants advised ways to overcome the challenges. Also setting indicators for measuring the impact of RTI Act should be put into effect immediately, they said.
Rajshahi Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Delwar Bakht said, "The enactment of RTI law is a pragmatic step taken by the government to ensure free flow of information."