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Mizoram Governor declares RTI a governance cornerstone, not a confrontational tool
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 01:02 PM
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The Governor of Mizoram emphasized that the Right to Information Act serves as a fundamental pillar of transparent governance rather than a weapon for confrontation.
Mizoram's Governor, speaking at a press briefing, asserted that the Right to Information (RTI) Act is integral to the state's democratic framework. He highlighted that RTI empowers citizens to seek information, fostering accountability and good governance.
The official cautioned against portraying the law as a confrontational instrument, noting that such a narrative undermines its purpose of openness. He urged both officials and the public to view RTI as a collaborative mechanism that strengthens trust between the administration and citizens.
The statement comes amid ongoing debates nationwide about the balance between transparency and administrative efficiency. The Governor reaffirmed the state's commitment to uphold the spirit of the RTI Act while ensuring that its implementation remains constructive.
Stakeholders, including civil society groups, welcomed the remarks, interpreting them as a call for constructive dialogue rather than adversarial approaches. The Governor concluded by encouraging responsible use of RTI to enhance governance outcomes.
The official cautioned against portraying the law as a confrontational instrument, noting that such a narrative undermines its purpose of openness. He urged both officials and the public to view RTI as a collaborative mechanism that strengthens trust between the administration and citizens.
The statement comes amid ongoing debates nationwide about the balance between transparency and administrative efficiency. The Governor reaffirmed the state's commitment to uphold the spirit of the RTI Act while ensuring that its implementation remains constructive.
Stakeholders, including civil society groups, welcomed the remarks, interpreting them as a call for constructive dialogue rather than adversarial approaches. The Governor concluded by encouraging responsible use of RTI to enhance governance outcomes.