{"id":10413,"date":"2024-07-11T11:17:39","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T05:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/content\/?p=10413"},"modified":"2025-12-06T11:25:38","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T05:55:38","slug":"what-to-do-if-your-rti-request-is-not-answered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/content\/what-to-do-if-your-rti-request-is-not-answered\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do If Your RTI Application Is Not Answered?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Filing a Right to Information (RTI) application is an essential step towards transparency and accountability. However, what happens if your Online RTI Application is not answered? This article will guide you through the steps you need to take to ensure you get the information you seek. <a href=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">R<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=916260458510&amp;text=My%20RTI%20request%20has%20not%20been%20answered.%20I%20need%20help%20with%20next%20steps.%20My%20name%20_____%20and%20Email%20ID%20\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TIwala<\/a> is here to help you navigate this process effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you face delays, rejections, or no response to your online RTI application, the RTIwala Team is here to help! Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=916260458510&amp;text=My%20RTI%20request%20has%20not%20been%20answered.%20I%20need%20help%20with%20next%20steps.%20My%20name%20_____%20and%20Email%20ID%20\">RTIwala.com<\/a> or call +91-7999-50-6996 for expert assistance in filing appeals and ensuring you get the information you seek.<\/p>\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-wpseopress-table-of-contents\"><ol><li><a href=\"#Understanding-the-RTI-Act\">Understanding the RTI Act<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Common-Reasons-for-No-Response\">Common Reasons for No Response<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Steps-to-Take-if-Your-RTI-is-Not-Answered\">Steps to Take if Your RTI is Not Answered<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-to-Do-If-First-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered-\">What to Do If First Appeal Is Not Answered<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-to-Do-If-the-First-Appeal-Reply-Is-Unsatisfactory\">What to Do If the First Appeal Reply Is Unsatisfactory<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-If-Your-RTI-Second-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered?-(Detailed-Guide-)\">What If Your RTI Second Appeal Is Not Answered? (Detailed Guide )<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-You-Should-Do-Next-If-RTI-Second-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered\">What You Should Do Next If RTI Second Appeal Is Not Answered<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#RTIwala-Solutions-for-Unanswered-RTI\">RTIwala Solutions for Unanswered RTI<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Understanding-the-RTI-Act\">Understanding the RTI Act<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=916260458510&amp;text=My%20RTI%20request%20has%20not%20been%20answered.%20I%20need%20help%20with%20next%20steps.%20My%20name%20_____%20and%20Email%20ID%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RTI Act<\/a> of 2005 empowers citizens to request information from public authorities. These authorities are required to respond to RTI applications within 30 days. If the information pertains to the life or liberty of a person, the response time is shortened to 48 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Common-Reasons-for-No-Response\">Common Reasons for No Response<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There can be several reasons why your RTI request might not receive a response:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Misplacement or Loss:<\/strong> The application may have been misplaced or lost by the concerned department.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deliberate Delay:<\/strong> Sometimes, authorities might deliberately delay providing information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incomplete Application:<\/strong> An incomplete application might be rejected without notice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excessive Workload:<\/strong> Overburdened departments may not prioritize RTI applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Steps-to-Take-if-Your-RTI-is-Not-Answered\">Steps to Take if Your RTI is Not Answered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Check the Status<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before proceeding, check the status of your RTI application. Ensure that it was received by the concerned Public Information Officer (PIO) and that it was processed correctly. RTIwala\u2019s tracking service can help you monitor the status of your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: File a First Appeal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not receive a response within the stipulated time, <a href=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/pricing\/online-rti-first-appeal-filing#review\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/pricing\/online-rti-first-appeal-filing#review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">you can file a first appeal<\/a>. This appeal should be addressed to the First Appellate Authority (FAA) within the same public authority. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.rti.link\/ofaf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/cc.rti.link\/ofaf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Draft the Appeal<\/a>:<\/strong> Clearly state that your RTI application was not answered within the prescribed time. Include your original RTI application details and request the FAA to provide the required information.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit the Appeal:<\/strong> Submit your First Appeal within 30 days of the expiry of the response period. RTIwala offers assistance in drafting and submitting your first appeal to ensure it is done correctly.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>RTIwala will help you file a strong, complete First Appeal with proper documents and legal reasoning.<br>It ensures your appeal is submitted correctly so your case moves forward without delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce9 <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=916260458510&amp;text=I%20want%20to%20file%20First%20Appeal.%20My%20name%20is%20_____%20and%20Email%20ID%20\">Contact us on WhatsApp: 916260458510<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: File a Second Appeal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not receive a satisfactory response from the FAA, you can file a second appeal with the Central Information Commission (CIC) or the State Information Commission (SIC), depending on the jurisdiction. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Draft the Appeal:<\/strong> Include details of your original RTI application, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/pricing\/online-rti-first-appeal-filing#review\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/pricing\/online-rti-first-appeal-filing#review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">first appeal<\/a>, and any responses received. Explain why the information provided (if any) was unsatisfactory.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit the Appeal:<\/strong> Submit your second appeal within 90 days of receiving the decision on your first appeal. <a href=\"http:\/\/rtiwala.com\/team\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"rtiwala.com\/team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RTIwala\u2019s legal experts<\/a> can guide you through this process, ensuring your appeal is comprehensive and persuasive.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What-to-Do-If-First-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered-\"><strong>What to Do If First Appeal Is Not Answered <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When an RTI applicant files the First Appeal, they expect a corrective and complete response. But in reality, a large number of First Appeals in India go <strong>unanswered<\/strong>, <strong>delayed<\/strong>, or receive <strong>copy-paste replies<\/strong> that do not solve the applicant\u2019s issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a factual and practical step-by-step approach based on the RTI Act, departmental protocols, and real-world scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Understand the Legal Timeline for First Appeal Replies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the RTI Act, 2005:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The First Appellate Authority (FAA) <strong>must decide the appeal within 30 days<\/strong> of receiving it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In special circumstances, the FAA may take an <strong>additional 15 days<\/strong>, but only <strong>with a written justification<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total maximum time = 45 days.<\/strong><br><br> <strong>Fact:<\/strong> If you did not receive a reply within this time, the FAA is considered <em>non-compliant<\/em>, and you gain the right to escalate the matter to the Information Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Verify Whether Your First Appeal Was Properly Submitted<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many appeals fail because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The wrong FAA was selected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The appeal was emailed to a non-official ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The appeal was not acknowledged on the portal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speed post tracking shows <em>delivered<\/em> but the office denies receipt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Action:<\/strong> Keep the following ready as proof:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>RTI application &amp; reply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of First Appeal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submission proof (portal receipt \/ speed post tracking \/ email timestamp)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These will be required when escalating to the Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Identify Why the FAA Did Not Reply<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From actual RTI cases across states, the common reasons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>FAA is overburdened (common in Revenue, Police, Urban bodies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PIO failed to forward the complete file to the FAA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The department wants to avoid disclosures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>System\/portal glitches (especially in state RTI portals)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The FAA treats RTI as a low-priority task<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the reason helps decide the next step\u2014Second Appeal or Complaint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. If the Reply Was Poor or Irrelevant, Check for These Red Flags<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Users often receive replies like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;Information not available.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;This does not pertain to us.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Provide reasons for seeking information.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy-paste of RTI Act sections without answering anything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only partial documents provided.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fact:<\/strong> These are classic examples of <em>malafide denial<\/em> or <em>vague replies<\/em>, and the RTI Act provides strong remedies for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> <strong>5. Your Next Legal Step: File a Second Appeal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the FAA does not respond or sends a poor response, your remedy is to file a <strong>Second Appeal<\/strong> under Section 19(3) of the RTI Act with the respective Information Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must attach:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Copy of RTI application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PIO reply (if received)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First Appeal copy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of submission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grounds of appeal (why you believe the reply is incomplete or no reply was given)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> <strong>Fact:<\/strong> The Commission has the power to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Order the department to give full information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impose penalty on the PIO (\u20b9250 per day up to \u20b925,000)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommend disciplinary action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct inspection of records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summon the officer and ask for written justification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This step often compels the department to act quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. If the FAA Intentionally Ignored Your Appeal \u2014 File a Complaint Under Section 18<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you strongly feel the FAA acted deliberately, you may file a <strong>Complaint<\/strong>, which is legally more serious than a Second Appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reasons for filing a complaint include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>No reply from FAA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FAA refusing to accept the appeal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PIO refusing information without reason<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>False or misleading information given<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deliberate obstruction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> <strong>Fact:<\/strong> Many state commissions take <em>complaints<\/em> more seriously than appeals because they indicate misconduct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What-to-Do-If-the-First-Appeal-Reply-Is-Unsatisfactory\">What to Do If the First Appeal Reply Is Unsatisfactory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes the First Appellate Authority (FAA) sends a reply, but it feels incomplete, evasive, or does not address the actual questions you asked.<br>This situation is <strong>very common<\/strong> and happens due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The FAA relying only on the PIO\u2019s version without independent review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing documents or vague responses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrong exemptions being cited<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partial or delayed information sharing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your First Appeal reply is not satisfactory, <strong>you still have a strong legal remedy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Compare the First Appeal reply with your original RTI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check whether the FAA answered your specific information points or simply repeated the PIO\u2019s reply.<br>This helps you assess exactly <strong>which parts are missing or incorrect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Identify the gaps or excuses in the reply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Information avoided without proper reason<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exemptions quoted without justification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documents not shared despite being available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mismatched or incomplete records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These gaps will form the <strong>basis of your Second Appeal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> 3. File a Second Appeal before the Information Commission<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the reply is unsatisfactory, you can file a <strong>Second Appeal within 90 days<\/strong> of receiving it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Second Appeal, you must clearly state:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>What information you requested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What the PIO provided (or failed to provide)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why the FAA\u2019s reply is inadequate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What specific information is still required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Information Commission will review the entire case and can direct the department to provide all pending documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What-If-Your-RTI-Second-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered?-(Detailed-Guide-)\"><strong>What If Your RTI Second Appeal Is Not Answered? (Detailed Guide )<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>If your RTI Second Appeal has not been answered, don\u2019t worry \u2014 <strong>your case is still active<\/strong>, but it is stuck in the Information Commission\u2019s internal process.<br>Delays at this stage are extremely common due to the <strong>huge backlog of appeals<\/strong> across State and Central Information Commissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you <strong>must take timely steps<\/strong>; otherwise, your case may remain pending for several months or even years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a complete, step-by-step explanation based on real procedures followed by Information Commissions in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Second Appeals Are Often Not Answered <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Backlog of appeals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Commissions have thousands of pending cases. Files get stuck in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Scrutiny stage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration stage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listing stage (before being assigned to a Commissioner)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most common reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Appeal not properly registered<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If any mandatory document is missing, the Registry keeps the file on hold:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Missing First Appeal copy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing proof of First Appeal submission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing RTI reply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No annexures attached<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Commission will <em>not<\/em> inform you unless you follow up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wrong Commission or wrong public authority<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you filed the appeal before the:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Wrong Commission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrect public authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your file may be marked as \u201cDefective\u201d and put aside until corrected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hearing not scheduled \/ communication not sent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Hearing date is allotted, but the notice isn\u2019t delivered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The file is pending allocation to a Commissioner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This delays the process without your knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Administrative delays<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internal issues like staff shortage, vacations, transfers, or manual file movement cause long delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading What You Should Do Next If RTI Second Appeal Is Not Answered\" id=\"What-You-Should-Do-Next-If-RTI-Second-Appeal-Is-Not-Answered\"><strong>What You Should Do Next If RTI Second Appeal Is Not Answered<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the exact steps followed by legal professionals when an appeal is stuck:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Check your appeal status online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Commissions have a status portal.<br>Search: <strong>&#8220;(Your State) Information Commission Case Status&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Case registration number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scrutiny status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether objections were raised<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether hearing is scheduled<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If no status appears, the appeal is likely not registered yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Contact the Commission\u2019s Registry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Call or email the Registry Section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Is my Second Appeal registered?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has a case number been allotted?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has the file been sent to the Commissioner?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are any documents missing?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Registry officials are required to maintain case movement and usually respond when asked specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Send a formal \u201cReminder \/ Expedited Hearing Request\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A written representation asking for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Clarification of status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration of appeal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early scheduling of hearing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Action against delay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This creates an official trail and often pushes the file ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: File a \u201cNon-Compliance or Delay Petition\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your RTI + First Appeal + Second Appeal all remain unanswered, you can file a short petition informing the Commission that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The department is violating RTI Act timelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The public authority is not cooperating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your appeal requires urgent listing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is completely legal and often increases the case priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Prepare your documents for the upcoming hearing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before hearing, you must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>RTI Application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First Appeal + proof of submission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second Appeal + annexures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department\u2019s replies (if any)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evidence of delay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any document is missing, the Commission may delay again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How RTIwala\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/rtiwala.com\/pricing\/rti-follow-up-add-on-1\">Follow-Up Add-On<\/a> Helps in This Situation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>RTIwala\u2019s Follow-Up Add-On is designed <strong>specifically for users facing delays at First Appeal or Second Appeal level<\/strong>.<br>Here\u2019s how it helps you practically, step by step:<br><br>RTIwala\u2019s Follow-Up Add-On tracks where your Second Appeal is stuck and identifies missing documents or delays.<br>It sends legally strong reminders and status inquiries to the Information Commission so your file starts moving.<br>It ensures continuous follow-up until your appeal gets registered, listed, and scheduled for hearing faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading RTIwala 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