Orissa high court examines allegations against Odisha Information Commission over RTI violations

The Orissa High Court has scrutinized the Odisha Information Commission (OIC) following allegations of arbitrary RTI case dismissals and legal misinterpretations. Justice V Narasingh issued notices to the OIC and concerned officers after preliminary RTI Act violations were observed across three petitions. Petitioners allege procedural lapses and a reluctance to hold accountable officials who deny information.