[RTI Act] Delhi HC Denies Son's Plea For Details Of Deceased Father's Bank Locker, Says 'Larger Public Interest' Doesn't Include Individual Interests

The Delhi High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the denial of information about bank lockers under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The appellant sought details about the locker’s lease, but the bank refused, citing confidentiality and security concerns. The court upheld the bank's stance, agreeing that revealing such information could jeopardize the safety and privacy of locker holders. It emphasized that the RTI Act does not override banking confidentiality provisions designed to protect customers’ privacy and the security of banking operations. The ruling supports the argument that certain details, especially those affecting security and privacy, are exempt from RTI disclosures.