Islamabad:Speakers recommended a centralised digital portal for Right to Information (RTI) requests to streamline process and work towards strengthening commissions for more information integrity.
They were speaking at national level discussion organised by UNESCO and the Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI), in collaboration with the Pakistan Information Commission, and civil society partners Individulland, aimed at strengthening access to Information paradigm in building trust between citizens and public institutions.
The consultation featured eminent speakers that provided insights into the current state of information access in Pakistan. They also highlighted the implications of weak information commissions on cohesion and governance. The consultation was held in conjunction with the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI).
This year’s global theme highlights the significance of public access to information as a foundation for transparency, accountability, and public participation. Former Information Commissioner Punjab and Right to Information expert, Mukhtar Ahmed Ali highlighted the need to prioritize public welfare.
“This culture of secrecy prevents citizens from understanding the actions of their elected representatives and remaining aware of their rights.” He added that institutional strengthening is required to ensure effective implementation of RTI in the country.
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