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Keralam Exempts Two Vigilance Sections from RTI Act, Minister Defends Decision
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What Happened?
Keralam's Minister K Muraleedharan defended the state's exemption of two Vigilance sections from the RTI Act, claiming it would not hinder public access to information. Opposition leaders allege the move aims to protect influential figures.
Key points
- Keralam exempted two sections of the Vigilance department from the RTI Act.
- Minister K Muraleedharan stated that past disclosures hampered investigations.
- Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan accused the government of protecting corrupt individuals.
- The exemption applies to T1 and T2 sections under Section 24(4) of the RTI Act.
- The government assures it will not hide important documents from the public.
Key insights
- The exemption may lead to reduced transparency in government operations.
- Opposition claims could increase public distrust in the government's intentions.
- The decision reflects ongoing tensions between state governance and accountability.
Why it matters
This decision could impact public access to information regarding government investigations.
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Source
India Today
