Assets, liabilities of public servants not exempt under RTI Act: Madras High Court

The Madras High Court ruled that assets and liabilities of public servants are not exempt from the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The court’s decision underscores the transparency and accountability of public servants in disclosing their assets and liabilities. The ruling clarifies that such disclosures are in the public interest and cannot be shielded under the claim of privacy. The decision strengthens the RTI framework, ensuring that the public has the right to scrutinize the financial and professional backgrounds of government employees.