1.1   Right to Information Act, 2005 is a Central Act which extends to whole of India except J & K. It came into force on 15th June, 2005. This Act gives Right to get information to all citizens. But it practically came into force on 12th October, 2005.

        The aim and objectives of the P & C Department is to formulate development plans for the State (perspective, Five Year and Annual) for rapid economic development of the State in the manner envisaged by the State Government and to oversee preparation/ operation of Plan budget accordingly. The Department also aims at providing necessary support for inter-departmental co-ordination to ensure effective implementation of the development plans drawn up for the State.

        The purpose of this hand book is to provide information relating to Planning and Coordination Department.

1.2    All Citizens.

1.3    Previously Planning and Coordination department was incorporated under Finance Department. Later as per Political and Services Department. Notification No.8832-Gen-dt. 11.July 1962 Planning and Coordination Department started functioning under its new name.

1.4    The definition in the Act are self explanatory.

1.5    Shri Yudhsthir Sethi, OAS (I),                               

         Joint Secretary to Government-cum-

         Public Information Officer.

         Shri Bijoy Kumar Das, OAS (I) (JB)                     

         Under Secretary, P & C Deptt.

         Under Secretary -cum-

         Assistant Public Information Officer

         Shri Janaki Ballav Mishra, OAS (I),

         Addl. Secretary, P & C Department &

         First Apple ate Authority               

1.6     Reasonable cost to be fixed by PIO depending upon the cost of labour and materials and equipment and of the ancillary expenses.