In Pakistan, lack of transparent functioning of public bodies has resulted in creating a disconnect between state and citizens. As a result, delivery of services has deteriorated and corruption has gained currency over the years. Citizens are not kept in the loop at the planning and implementation stages of development projects. It is in this context that CPDI has undertaken present initiative on social accountability and audit tools.
The main areas of this seminar will be:
• Legislative Landscape

• Using existing RTI laws for social accountability
• Demand for RTI Law in Punjab
• CRTI’s discussion on developments pertaining to RTI Legislation in the Punjab.

• Signing of MoUs with District Governments regarding District Websites