#Expedited Decision

Madhya Pradesh High Court reinforces that second appeals under the RTI Act must be decided within the prescribed statutory timeline, directing the appellate authority to dispose of the pending appeal within two weeks. The ruling underscores that writ jurisdiction cannot be invoked for factual disputes where statutory remedies remain available, ensuring compliance with the RTI Act’s mandate for timely information access.

Chhattisgarh High Court directs Appellate Authority to decide pending appeal against hospital de-empanelment within 60 days, affirming duty to act expeditiously under Ayushman Bharat guidelines.