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I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on your appointment as CEO and Managing Director of Union Bank, a historic and respected institution — the third-largest public sector bank in India. Union Bank of India has a legacy graced by none other than Mahatma Gandhi ji, who inaugurated the bank in 1919. His message — one of trust, ethics, and service to the people — continues to inspire the bank’s mission even after more than 111 years. Truly, it stands today as a living symbol of the motto: Good people to bank with. As a committed customer of Union Bank since 1984, banking from the Sayajigunj Branch in Vadodara, I have always experienced courteous service and an admirable human touch from your staff. The values of dignity, patience, and personal care are deeply embedded in the culture of the bank, and this gives customers like me great pride. At the same time, in this digital era, we look forward to your leadership in accelerating decision-making processes and transforming legacy systems. We remain confident that under your stewardship, Union Bank of India will continue to uphold its great tradition while also becoming more agile, innovative, and responsive to customers’ evolving needs. Wishing you great success in this new role and looking forward to a new era of excellence at Union Bank of India.
Nitin Varia
Loyal customer, Vadodara

The appellant asked for the certified Xerox copies of a particular office Tender. The PIO replied that the information sought is huge, and asked to visit the office to verify in person after advance intimation. Before the CIC, the respondent submitted that since the information requested is voluminous, and considering that the M-Book is a critical accounting record that must be maintained with care, the appellant was requested to visit the office during working hours to review the information. However, the appellant has not visited the office to inspect the information as of today. The CIC observed that an appropriate reply has been provided by the PIO and no further action lies.
Comments
Copy of a tender is usually published in Newspaper or website and hence, a soft copy should be available with the office. It is not understood how it can be termed as voluminous and in place of a copy of the tender, an inspection is being provided.
Citation: Shri D DHANANJAYA v. Archaeological Survey of India Archaeological Survey of India, CIC/ALSOI/A/2024/108144; Date of Decision: 07.05.2025
Dr Anuradha Verma (dranuradhaverma@yahoo.co.in) is a RTI Consultant currently working with IIM Vishakhapatnam. She has co-authored the books PIO’s Guide to RTI and Right to Information – Law and Practice. Her weekly article is being published since 2008 on this site. She offers consultancy on RTI matters and third party audit to individuals / organisations. Her other articles can be read at the website of RTI Foundation at the link https://www.rtifoundationofindia.com

India has become the world's fourth-largest economy, which is a big achievement. However, this has not affected people much. There are several reasons for this. There is a huge gap between the rich and the poor. While industries like IT and finance help the economy grow, they do not create enough jobs for most people. Other factors, like a large number of unorganized workers and not enough social support, also make many people feel unhappy. Additionally, concerns about corruption add to this sense of unhappiness.
Aditya Malviya