Right to Information (RTI)

Police Aerial Systems & Technology Centre (PASTEC)
Police Radio Training School (PRTS) Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh

Right to Information (RTI)

The Right to Information Act, 2005 promotes transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities by providing citizens with access to information held by or under the control of public authorities, subject to the provisions and exemptions contained in the Act.

The Police Aerial Systems & Technology Centre (PASTEC), functioning under the Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh, supports the principles of transparency, accountability, and good governance.

1. Purpose

The objective of this page is to provide information regarding:

  • Right to Information Act, 2005
  • Procedure for seeking information
  • Public Information Officer (PIO)
  • First Appellate Authority (FAA)
  • Proactive disclosures
  • RTI application procedure
  • Contact information

2. Proactive Disclosure

In accordance with Section 4 of the Right to Information Act, 2005, the following categories of information may be made available through the website, wherever applicable:

Organisation

  • About PASTEC
  • Vision
  • Mission
  • Objectives
  • Organisational Structure
  • Functions and Duties

Administration

  • Administrative setup
  • Powers and responsibilities
  • Decision-making process
  • Directory of officers
  • Contact information

Training

  • Training programmes
  • Course calendar
  • Eligibility criteria
  • Training guidelines

Publications

  • Manuals
  • SOPs
  • Training material
  • Annual reports
  • Circulars
  • Notifications

Financial Information

Where applicable and permitted under Government rules:

  • Budget allocation
  • Expenditure details
  • Procurement information
  • Tenders
  • Audit information

Policies

  • Privacy Policy
  • Copyright Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Website Security Policy
  • Terms & Conditions

3. Public Information Officer (PIO)

For RTI applications relating to PASTEC, applicants may contact the designated Public Information Officer, where applicable.

Public Information Officer (PIO)

Name: [To be notified by Police Headquarters]

Designation: [Official Designation]

Address: Police Aerial Systems & Technology Centre (PASTEC), Police Radio Training School (PRTS), Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh

Telephone: [Official Number]

Email: [Official Email]

4. First Appellate Authority (FAA)

If an applicant is not satisfied with the decision of the Public Information Officer or does not receive a response within the period prescribed under the RTI Act, an appeal may be filed before the designated First Appellate Authority.

First Appellate Authority

Name: [To be notified]

Designation: [Official Designation]

Address: Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh

Telephone: [Official Number]

Email: [Official Email]

5. How to Submit an RTI Application

Applicants may submit an RTI application by:

  1. Submitting a written application.
  2. Using the prescribed RTI application format, where applicable.
  3. Addressing the application to the designated Public Information Officer.
  4. Clearly describing the information requested.
  5. Providing contact details for correspondence.
  6. Paying the prescribed application fee, where applicable.

Applications should be submitted in accordance with the provisions of the Right to Information Act, 2005 and applicable Government rules.

6. Application Fee

The prescribed application fee and additional charges for providing information shall be governed by:

  • Right to Information Act, 2005
  • Applicable Central or State Government RTI Rules
  • Orders issued by the Government of Madhya Pradesh

Applicants are advised to verify the latest fee structure before submitting an application.

7. Mode of Payment

Payment of RTI application fees may be made through the modes prescribed by the competent Government authority, such as:

  • Court Fee Stamp (where applicable)
  • Treasury Challan
  • Demand Draft
  • Indian Postal Order
  • Online Payment (where available)
  • Other approved Government payment methods

Applicants should verify the accepted payment modes applicable to the concerned public authority.

8. Disposal of RTI Applications

RTI applications are processed in accordance with the timelines prescribed under the Right to Information Act, 2005.

Where information cannot be provided due to statutory exemptions or other legal provisions, applicants will be informed accordingly.

9. Exemptions

Disclosure of information shall be subject to the exemptions provided under the Right to Information Act, 2005, including information relating to:

  • National security
  • Law enforcement investigations
  • Intelligence and security organisations
  • Personal information
  • Commercial confidence
  • Fiduciary relationships
  • Cabinet papers
  • Information expressly exempted under applicable law

Requests involving exempt information shall be dealt with strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Act.

10. RTI Downloads

The following documents may be made available for download:

  • RTI Application Form
  • Appeal Form
  • RTI Rules
  • Proactive Disclosure Documents
  • Annual RTI Reports (where applicable)

Availability of these documents is subject to administrative approval.

11. Important Note

If PASTEC is not separately designated as a Public Authority under the Right to Information Act, 2005, RTI applications relating to PASTEC should be submitted to the appropriate Public Information Officer of Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh, or the competent authority notified by the Government.

12. Contact

For general RTI-related enquiries, please contact:

Web Information Manager (WIM)
Police Aerial Systems & Technology Centre (PASTEC)
Police Radio Training School (PRTS)
Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh
Indore – 452001, Madhya Pradesh, India

Email: [Official Email Address]
Telephone: [Official Contact Number]

Document Version: 1.0 | Effective Date: July 2026 | Issued By: Police Aerial Systems & Technology Centre (PASTEC), Police Headquarters, Madhya Pradesh