Kishan Chand Jain vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court examined the functioning of State Information Commissions under the RTI Act, 2005, and the challenges faced by applicants in remote areas due to the requirement of physical hearings. The petitioner sought directions for allowing virtual hearings to facilitate better access and effective exercise of the right to information. The Court recognized the importance of accessible and cost-effective mechanisms for the implementation of the RTI Act and emphasized the need for flexible hearing procedures, including virtual hearings, to ensure the right to information is effectively upheld.