Subject: Compliance with The Sindh Transparency and
Right to Information Act 2016 (SIC Letter No.
SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023
dated 13/10/2023)
Dear Information Officer, SABS University,
Apropos to the subject mentioned above, It is to bring to your attention the importance of
adhering to The Sindh Transparency and Right to Information Act 2016 (the Act), as recently
advised by the Sindh Information Commission vide letter No. SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO
INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023, Dated 13/10/2023.
2. The Act plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and public access to information held by
public bodies like SABS University. As per Section 4, citizens have the right to request
information and records in a timely and cost-effective manner.
3. Furthermore, Section 6(l) mandates public bodies to proactively disclose and publish
prescribed information on their websites. Section 6(2) emphasizes the need for widespread
dissemination of information, including making it available in printed materials upon request,
alongside online publication.
4. Finally, Section 7 requires the appointment of a Designated Official, at least a Grade-16
officer, to handle the responsibilities outlined in the Act.
5. In your capacity as the Designated Information Officer, the Act places a specific duty
upon you to ensure prompt action is taken to fulfill information requests within the timeframes
stipulated in the Act. This means diligently processing requests and providing the requested
information or a valid reason for any delay, adhering to the legal timeframes outlined in the Act.
6. By implementing the following measures, SABS University can demonstrate its commitment
to transparency and accountability, empowering citizens with the right to information:
● Establish an information room: This will facilitate proactive disclosure and publication of
relevant information as mandated by Section 6, read with Section 10 of the Act.
7. It is also crucial to ensure all staff are aware of their obligations under the Act. This will
help maintain consistent and efficient processing of information requests.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Subject: Compliance with The Sindh Transparency and
Right to Information Act 2016 (SIC Letter No.
SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023)
Dear Information Officer, SABS University,
I am writing to bring to your attention the importance of adhering to The Sindh Transparency
and Right to Information Act 2016 (the Act), as recently advised by the Sindh Information
Commission vide letter No. SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023.
The Act plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and public access to information held by
public bodies like SABS University. As per Section 4, citizens have the right to request
information and records in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Furthermore, Section 6(l) mandates public bodies to proactively disclose and publish prescribed
information on their websites. Section 6(2) emphasizes the need for widespread dissemination
of information, including making it available in printed materials upon request, alongside online
publication.
Finally, Section 7 requires the appointment of a Designated Official, at least a Grade-16 officer,
to handle responsibilities outlined in the Act.
In light of the above, I urge you to take the following steps in the public interest:
● Establish an information room or notice boards: This will facilitate proactive
disclosure and publication of relevant information as mandated by Section 6, read with
Section 10 of the Act.
● Appoint a Designated Official: As per Section 7, a Grade-16 officer should be
designated to fulfill the duties stipulated in the Act.
Your Role as Designated Information Officer:
The Act specifically assigns critical responsibilities to the Designated Information Officer. In this
capacity, you are obligated to ensure that all requests for information are processed
promptly and that the information is provided to the applicant within the timeframes
established by the Act. Failure to adhere to these timeframes may result in legal
consequences.
By implementing these measures, SABS University can demonstrate its commitment to
transparency and accountability, empowering citizens with the right to information.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Subject: Compliance with The Sindh Transparency and
Right to Information Act 2016 (SIC Letter No.
SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023)
Dear Information Officer, SABS University,
I am writing to bring to your attention the importance of adhering to The Sindh Transparency
and Right to Information Act 2016 (the Act), as recently advised by the Sindh Information
Commission vide letter No. SIC/ADMIN/ACCESS TO INFORMATION/2023-1018/2023.
The Act plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and public access to information held by
public bodies like SABS University. As per Section 4, citizens have the right to request
information and records in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Furthermore, Section 6(l) mandates public bodies to proactively disclose and publish prescribed
information on their websites. Section 6(2) emphasizes the need for widespread dissemination
of information, including making it available in printed materials upon request, alongside online
publication.
Finally, Section 7 requires the appointment of a Designated Official, at least a Grade-16 officer,
to handle responsibilities outlined in the Act.
In your capacity as the Designated Information Officer, you are entrusted with the critical
task of ensuring prompt action on information requests. The Act stipulates specific
timeframes for responding to inquiries, and adherence to these deadlines is essential.
In light of the above, I urge you to take the following steps in the public interest:
● Establish an information room or notice boards: This will facilitate proactive
disclosure and publication of relevant information as mandated by Section 6, read with
Section 10 of the Act.
● Develop and implement procedures to ensure timely responses to information
requests: This includes establishing clear timelines for processing and responding to
inquiries in accordance with the Act's provisions.
By implementing these measures, SABS University can demonstrate its commitment to
transparency and accountability, empowering citizens with the right to information.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
