The Supreme Court declined to direct the Centre to disclose the Leader of Opposition’s dissent note on appointments to the Central Information Commission. The Court stressed that its limited role is to ensure vacancies are filled and confirmed that all CIC posts have now been filled.
The Supreme Court has granted the Election Commission three weeks to respond to petitions challenging changes to the Conduct of Election Rules, which limit access to election-related documents like CCTV footage. Petitioners argue this undermines electoral integrity and transparency, urging the court to restore broader access to these materials.
The Supreme Court directed immediate action to fill vacancies in the Central Information Commission and State Information Commissions, vital for the Right to Information Act’s implementation. A status report regarding these vacancies was requested from various states, with a next hearing set for December 17, 2024, emphasizing the importance of prompt appointments.