Justice Singh further said that the CIC in its order did not give any reasoning to reverse the orders of the CPIO, CBDT and Appellate Authority.
“In view of the above, the Petitioner i.e. CPIO, CBDT has made out a prima facie case for grant of interim relief, the balance of convenience lies in its favour and irreparable injury would be caused to it if the interim relief is not granted. Accordingly, impugned order dated 30th November, 2022 which is stated to be received by the CPIO, CBDT on 3rd January, 2023 shall remain stayed till the next date of hearing. No coercive steps shall be taken against the CPIO, CBDT pursuant to the same,” the Court ordered.
The court also issued notice to the RTI applicant and left it to the CPIO, CBDT to consider whether the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust ought to be impleaded as a respondent in this matter.
Source: Barandbench
