Information Commission instructs universities to implement RTI laws
The National Information Commission mandates that all universities in Nepal strictly adhere to Right to Information laws, transforming them into fully transparent public agencies. This directive requires institutions to appoint public information officers and proactively disclose critical data at regular intervals, ensuring accountability in higher education governance. These universities are also tasked with educating students about fundamental freedoms and conducting research to deepen their understanding of information rights. By enforcing compliance across constituent institutes and centers, the commission aims to institutionalize transparency as a core operational standard within the national academic framework. This development is highly relevant to open data as it establishes a legal precedent for mandating public institutions to release information proactively. It highlights the critical link between legislative enforcement and the practical availability of public sector data, fostering an informed citizenry and enhancing democratic oversight through accessible knowledge.
Source: myrepublica.nagariknetwork.comPublished on 2024-01-16
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