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Disciplinary action pending — RTI for status
Direct answer. File RTI to Disciplinary Authority. Ask charge-sheet status, enquiry-officer report, my written statement disposition, projected decision.
Legal framework
- CCS (CCA) Rules 1965 / State CCA Rules — disciplinary procedure.
- Union of India v. Tulsiram Patel (1985) — natural justice framework.
5 questions to ask
- Charge-sheet status.
- Enquiry officer report status.
- My statement disposition.
- Projected decision.
- Interim relief (suspension revocation, etc.).
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, Disciplinary Authority Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — Disciplinary action status My disciplinary case No. [..] is pending. Please furnish (1) charge-sheet status, (2) enquiry report, (3) my statement disposition, (4) projected decision, (5) interim relief. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Filing during pending enquiry — some records §8(1)(h) barred.
- Asking for enquiry evidence — often protected.
Case law anchors
- Tulsiram Patel (1985) 3 SCC 398 — natural justice in disciplinary.
- CIC/DOPT/A/2017/000678 — disciplinary status disclosable to accused.
Pro tips
- Pair with CAT/HC writ.
- Ask for Union representation rights.
FAQ
- Q: Suspension pending enquiry — duration? CCS Rules cap; RTI for revocation policy.
- Q: Compulsory retirement? RTI for basis + representation.
Related reading
Sources
- CCS (CCA) Rules 1965. Tulsiram Patel (1985).
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.