RTI Act: CIC Upholds Denial Of Information On Blocking Of 'X' Accounts Covering Farmers' Protests And Those Critical Of Government

The Central Information Commission (CIC) has ruled that the blocking of social media accounts related to farmers' protests or critics of the government should be disclosed under the RTI Act. The CIC’s decision highlights the significance of transparency in government actions affecting the public’s freedom of speech and expression. The ruling calls for greater accountability in the government's handling of such matters, stressing that the public has a right to know how and why accounts are blocked. This ensures that actions taken against online content are scrutinized and not carried out arbitrarily.