Social activist Anna Hazare has welcomed the Maharashtra government's decision to halt the implementation of new RTI rules, but is demanding their permanent withdrawal. He has postponed his planned July 5th fast in response to the suspension. Hazare emphasized that the proposed changes, including higher fees and single-subject applications, would weaken citizens' access to information. He warned of further agitation if the rules are not fully scrapped.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has asked the Chief Commissioner of RTI stay on the new Maharashtra Right to Information Rules, 2026, following widespread opposition. The…

CM Fadnavis halts new RTI rules amid Hazare's hunger strike threat, addressing concerns over transparency and access to information.

The Maharashtra Right to Information Rules, 2026, notified on June 12, proposed several changes, including a hike in the RTI application fee from ₹10 to ₹30 | Mumbai news

Social activist Anna Hazare has welcomed the Maharashtra government's decision to halt the implementation of new RTI rules, but is demanding their permanent withdrawal. He has…