The Right to Information Act, 2005 (22 of 2005) was enacted by the Parliament and came into force on 15 June 2005. This Act provides citizens the right to access information under the control of public authorities to promote transparency and accountability in governance.
According to UGC guidelines, all Universities and Colleges established by law or controlled/substantially financed by Government funds shall come under the purview of a Public Authority under this Act. Hence, Mahant Jamanadas Maharaj Arts, Commerce and Science College, Karanjali, Nashik, falls under Section 4(1)(b) of RTI Act 2005. The statutory declaration is displayed on the college website.
Our college is a **co-educational institution**, registered under the **Society Act** by the Government of Maharashtra. It operates under the rules and regulations laid out by the state government. The college has established statutory bodies, various committees, and cells as per **Section 4(1)(b) of RTI Act 2005**.
Applications under RTI Act can be submitted with a postal order/demand draft of Rs.10/- in favor of Principal, Mahant Jamanadas Maharaj Arts, Commerce and Science College, Karanjali, Nashik. Requests can be sent to the **Public Information Officer (PIO)** or submitted in person at the college office.
Copies of documents are charged as per the rates fixed by the **State Information Commission, Maharashtra**. If no reply is received in due time, an appeal can be made to the **First Appellate Authority** at the college.
The RTI Act aims to **enhance transparency and accountability** in all public institutions. It applies to all **States and Union Territories**, except Jammu and Kashmir. Any **citizen** can request information from a **public authority**.
As per the Act, **Mahant Jamanadas Maharaj Arts, Commerce and Science College, Karanjali, Nashik** has established an RTI committee responsible for handling public information requests.
The designated **Public Information Officer (PIO)** shall ensure timely responses to RTI applications and provide relevant information to the public. Proactive disclosure of certain types of information will be made available through the college website.
The charges for obtaining copies, printouts, or other documents will be as per the **RTI Act's** prescribed rates.
Persons seeking RTI information are advised to refer to the full **RTI Act** available at the following websites:
| Officers | Name | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| First Appellate Authority (FAA) | Prin. Dr. U.P. Shinde, Principal, MJM ACS College, Karanjali, Nashik. |
Mob: 9423221741 Email: mjmcollege1@yahoo.com |
| State Public Information Officer (SPIO) | Dr. P.T. Wankhedkar, Assistant Professor, MJM ACS College, Karanjali, Nashik. | Mob: 8888501050 |
| Assistant State Public Information Officer (ASPIO) | Shri. V.C. Gawali, Office Superintendent, MJM ACS College, Karanjali, Nashik. | Mob: 9420002030 |
