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Lawngtlai, 8th October 2025: RTI Week was celebrated today at the DC Conference Hall, Lawngtlai, organized by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner. Shri Donny Lalruatsanga graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

In his address, Shri Donny Lalruatsanga welcomed the participants and emphasized the need for an annual awareness campaign on the Right to Information Act, highlighting the importance of understanding which information can be disclosed. He stated that the Government attaches great importance to public service and that it is the duty of government employees to work diligently for the welfare of the people. He added that the RTI Act ensures transparency in governance, allowing the public to trace government expenditure and activities.

He further stressed the vital role of State Public Information Officers (SPIOs) and State Assistant Public Information Officers (SAPIOs) in implementing the RTI Act. He urged them to respond within the stipulated time frame and to provide accurate information.

On the occasion, Smt Malsawmtluangi, Superintendent, DC Office, presented a short PowerPoint presentation on the RTI Act, followed by an interactive session.

The programme was chaired by Shri David Lalrinawma, Additional Deputy Commissioner. SPIOs, SAPIOs, members of NGOs, and representatives from MJA Lawngtlai attended the programme. The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Shri H. Zonumawia, Project Director, DRDO.