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RTI Filing Guide — Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh has RTI usage predominantly around road construction, hydropower projects, forest land diversion, and government recruitment. The hill state's unique terrain means infrastructure projects generate significant public interest. HP Information Commission handles appeals efficiently with typical resolution within 3-4 months.

📋 RTI Fee Structure

TypeAmount
Application Fee₹10
BPL ExemptionFree for BPL cardholders
Additional Pages₹2 per page
Inspection FeeNo fee for first hour; ₹5 per 15 mins

💳 Accepted Payment Modes

Indian Postal OrderCourt Fee StampsDemand DraftCash

🏛️ State Information Commission

Himachal Pradesh State Information Commission

📍Block 32, SDA Complex, Kasumpti, Shimla - 171009

📞0177-2627365

📧hpic@nic.in

🌐https://hpic.nic.in

⏱️ Appeal Timeline

First Appeal

Within 30 days

Second Appeal

Within 90 days to HP State Information Commission

🏢 Key Government Departments

Revenue
IPH (Irrigation & Public Health)
HRTC (Transport)
Education
Forest
Tourism
Power

💡 State-Specific Filing Tips

  • 1For hydropower project information, file under Power Department or SJVN/NHPC.
  • 2Road construction and NH projects — file to both state PWD and BRO if applicable.
  • 3HP accepts RTI in Hindi and English.
  • 4For apple growing and agricultural subsidies, approach the Horticulture Department.

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