Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) highlighted the significance of the Right to Information (RTI) Act as a cornerstone of democracy and citizen empowerment during the RTI Week 2025 celebrations in Itanagar on Friday.
Participating in the celebration, Governor Parnaik said it bridges the gap between citizens and the state, turning aspirations into action, an official communique from Raj Bhavan said.
Calling on all to renew their commitment to transparency, accountability, and citizen empowerment as the nation strives toward the vision of Viksit Bharat, he said, “With awareness, participation and integrity, we can build a nation where progress is inclusive, governance is open, and every citizen is a proud partner in India’s journey towards 2047.
Commending the Arunachal Pradesh Information Commission (APIC) for organising the event, Parnaik stated that such initiatives deepen public awareness, reinforce accountability, and nurture the spirit of good governance in the state.
Parnaik reiterated that an informed citizenry makes governments stronger and more responsive. The RTI Act, he noted, is one of India’s most transformative laws, mandating transparency at every level of administration.
Terming RTI as a pillar of participatory democracy, the Governor emphasized that it aligns with the vision of a developed, self-reliant, and empowered India—Viksit Bharat—built on the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas.” RTI, he noted, fosters trust, inclusion, and progress.
The governor suggested the adoption of innovative ways to strengthen RTI, combining technology, awareness, and collaboration.
He highlighted the importance of regular training, timely disclosures, and efficient handling of applications to ensure RTI remains a living instrument of transparent and responsible governance, fostering cooperation between citizens and authorities.
On the occasion, the Governor, along with state Law Minister Kento Jini, released the annual report of the APIC.
The event was attended by State Chief Information Commissioner Maj Gen Jarken Gamlin (Retd), Principal Secretary Home Kaling Tayeng, and State Information Commissioner Vijay Taram.
