Orissa HC Denies RTI on Tax Evasion Outcome

Deepak Kumar Acharya Vs Commissioner (Orissa High Court) In a significant judgment, the Orissa High Court addressed a contentious issue involving the Right to Information (RTI) Act and tax evasion. The case, Deepak Kumar Acharya vs. Commissioner, revolved around a petition seeking the outcome of a tax evasion petition. The court’s decision to uphold the authorities’ refusal to disclose this information under the RTI Act highlights the complexities of balancing transparency with legal confidentiality. Background of the Case: The petitioner, Deepak Kumar Acharya, filed a writ petiti...