About Us Right to Information [RTI]

RTI Act - Annexure I
RTI Act - Annexure II
RTI Act - Annexure III
Appendix 1


RIGHT TO INFORMATION

The Right to Information under the provisions of the RTI Act is available to the citizens of India only. RTI Act is an important legislation designed to promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities.

The full text of the RTI Act is available on the website: RTI-Act.pdf.

The RTI Act also provides for appeals by aggrieved persons to the Central Information Commission of the Government of India.

Indian citizens resident in Bali and other 14 provinces in its jurisdiction i.e. North Sulawesi, Goronatlo, Central Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi, West Sulawesi, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), Maluku, North Maluku, Papua, West Papua, East Kalimantan and South Kalimantan may seek information in writing on payment of requisite fee during office hours on working days as per procedure laid down in the RTI Act, 2005.

Contact details of officers for addressing applications under Right to Information Act, 2005:

Appellate Authority and Nodal Officer

Dr. Shashank Vikram,
Consul General of India
Email: cg.bali@mea.gov.in

Public Information Officer

Shri Lawlesh Kumar
Vice Consul
Email: cul.bali@mea.gov.in

Applications seeking information under the Act may be sent along with the prescribed fee in Rupiah, equivalent to Indian Rupees Ten (10) in cheque or demand draft favoring Consulate General of India, Bali or by depositing the amount at the Consular wing of the Consulate against receipt.

It may be noted that information provided under the Act is available to citizens of India only. Applications should be submitted along with documentary proof of Indian Citizenship (like copy of personal particulars pages of passport). More information is available athttp://rti.gov.in. The mailing address is Consulate General of India, Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon, Denpasar, Bali-80235, Indonesia.

It may also be pointed out that as per section 6(1) (a) of the RTI Act, 2005, a person who desires to obtain information under the Act is required to submit the application to the Information Officer of the “concerned public authority”. Applicants are, therefore, advised to send their requests under the RTI Act to thePost only when the subject matter can reasonably be presumed to pertain to the Post. While section 6 (3) provides for the transfer of an application by a receiving PIO to another [concerned] PIO, this is clearly meant to cover situations where the application is addressed to a PIO on the assumption that it has been directed to the concerned PIO. Where the information required obviously does not pertain to the Post, the application may be addressed to the concerned PIO directly.

Payment of RTI fee online - Electronic Indian Postal Order (eIPO)

The scheme of Electronic Indian Postal Order (eIPO) has been launched by the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in association with Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). This would enable the Indian citizens abroad to pay the RTI fee online.

An Indian Postal Order can be purchased electronically by paying a fee on-line through e-Post Office Portal or through India Post website. The web-links for payment are:

www.indiapost.gov.in
www.epostoffice.gov.in

The Credit Card or Debit Card of any bank powered by Visa/Master can be used for this purpose.

Procedure

The RTI applicant is required to register on the website to create his/ her profile. Then he has to select the Ministry/ Department from whom he desires to seek information under the RTI Act. The eIPO is generated which can be used to seek information from that Ministry/ Department only. A printout of the eIPO is required to be attached with the RTI application sent in hard copy. In case RTI application is filed electronically, the eIPO is enclosed as an attachment. The profile is required to be created during the first time only.

The RTI application accompanied by an eIPO is similar in all respects to the RTI application accompanied by fees through any other approved mode. All the provisions regarding eligibility, time limit, exemptions etc; as provided in the RTI Act, 2005 continue to apply.

Currently, this facility is available only for Indian Citizens living anywhere other than in India. By this measure, those living abroad would be facilitated to seek information under the RTI Act, 2005. It is hoped that in future, this facility would be extended to all citizens within the country too. Any public authority which accepts a postal order should also accept an eIPO.

Extension of IPO Facility to Indians citizens residing in India

The Department of Posts has extended the “eIPO” (electronic Indian Postal Order) service to Indian citizens residing in India also w.e.f. 13.02.2014, for purchasing Indian Postal Order electronically by paying a fee online through e-Post Office Portal i.ewww.epostoffice.gov.in. It can also be accessed through India Post website www.indiapost.gov.in

This facility has been provided for Indian citizens to facilitate them to seek information from the Central Public information Officers (CPIOs) under the RTI Act, 2005. Debit or Credit Cards of any Bank powered by Visa/ Master can be used to purchase e-IPO.

The user needs to get registered at the website. He has to select the Ministry/ Department from whom he desires to seek the information under the RTI Act and the eIPO so generated can be used to seek the information from that Ministry/Department only. A printout of the eIPO is required to be attached with the RTI application. If the RTI application is being filed electronically, eIPO is required to be attached as an attachment.

This facility is only for purchasing an Indian Postal Order electronically. All the requirements for filling an RTI application as well as other provisions regarding eligibility, time limit, exemptions etc. will continue to apply.

An eIPO so generated must be used only once with an RTI application.

Information required under Section 4(1)(B) of RTI Act, 2005

Right to Information

Suo Moto Disclosure u/s 4 of RTI Act, 2005

     1.1 Particulars of its organization, functions and duties [Section 4(1)(b)(i)]

          1.1.1 Name and address of the Organization

 Consulate General of India

    • Address: Jalan Raya Puputan No. 163, Renon Denpasar, Bali-80235, Indonesia

 The Consulate General of India is open from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

  • Consular Section Working Hours :

    • Monday to Friday

      • 09:30 – 11:30 hrs. SubPost of Documents

      • 15:00 – 16:00 hrs. Delivery/Collection of Passports/Documents

Contact Detail of Consular Officer & Emergency Contact Officer

  • Shri Ravindra Kumar
    Vice Consul (Cons.)

Consulate General of India, Bali organises open house meetings on consular services on the last Wednesday of every month between 4 pm to 5 pm. at (163, Jl.  Raya Puputan 163, Renon, Denpasar, Bali). If these happen to fall on a holiday, the Open House will be held on the first working day thereafter. The objective of the open house meeting is to engage with Indian nationals as well as persons of Indian origin on consular matters such as issuance of passports, OCI cards or other services and to address specific issues raised. Members of the Indian community residing in the jurisdiction of Consulate General of India, Bali are welcome to attend these meetings. Those desiring to participate are requested to send an email to cons.bali@mea.gov.in detailing the issues. Applicants may come in person and bring all relevant documents.

    Official Website/Social Media Accounts:

  • Website: https://www.cgibali.gov.in/

  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/consulateindiabali

  • Twitter: https://x.com/cgibali

1.1.2 Head of the Organization

  • Consul General: Dr. Shashank Vikram

1.1.3 Vision, Mission and Key Objectives

The vision of the Post is to function within the norms of India’s Foreign Policy, as formulated by the Ministry of External Affairs. The primary mission of the Consulate is to serve the Indian community residing in Bali and nearby regions within its jurisdiction by providing consular services and assisting in their welfare and well-being. This includes all consular-related assistance such as issuing passports, granting Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards to people of Indian origin, offering consular facilities to the Indian diaspora within its jurisdiction, and providing visa services to foreign nationals wishing to visit India.

1.1.4 Function and Duties

  • The Consulate is headed by Consul General and has following sections ( 1 ) Administration (2) Consular, (3) Commerce.

  • Each section is headed by a Vice Consul.

  • The functions of the Consulate inter alia, include to maintain and develop interaction with various Indonesian and Indian communities, cultural and commercial organizations, issue of passports, visas, OCI cards and  PIO cards.

  • The Consulate functions within the purview of business allocated to the Ministry of External Affairs under the Government of India’s Allocation of Business Rules and Transaction of Business Rules.

I. Organizational Structure, Roles and Duties of different Wings of the Consulate:

Administration

  • Administration: Manages the internal administration of the Consulate, including human resources, logistics, and general management.

Consular

  • Provides passport and visa services to Indian nationals and foreign visitors.

  • Offers consular assistance, including notarial services, registration of Indian nationals, and assistance during emergencies.

  • Facilitates legal and documentation processes for Indians in Indonesia.

II. Core Functions of the Consulate and Key Objectives:

The Consulate performs a wide range of functions aimed at fostering strong bilateral relations between India and Indonesia. These functions include:

Political and Economic Cooperation

  • Engages in diplomatic dialogue to strengthen political ties and collaborate on regional and international issues.

  • Promotes economic cooperation through trade agreements, investment opportunities, and economic dialogues.

  • Furthering the Strategic Partnership which operates under the Strategic Partnership Council, which is headed by the leaders of both countries.

  • Facilitates high-level engagement and strategic dialogue to strengthen and expand the strategic partnership between India and Bali

Trade and Investment Promotion

  • Works to enhance bilateral trade by facilitating business engagements, providing market information, and supporting Indian companies in Indonesia.

  • Encourages Indonesian investments in India, highlighting key sectors and investment opportunities.

Scientific & Technological Cooperation

  • Fosters collaboration in science and technology through joint research projects, exchanges, and technology transfers.

  • Promotes partnerships between Indian and Indonesian scientific communities and institutions.

Cultural Interaction

  • Organizes cultural events, exhibitions, and performances to showcase Indian culture.

  • Supports cultural exchanges and cooperation to enhance mutual understanding and appreciation.

Press and Media Liaison

  • Maintains relationships with local and international media, providing accurate information about India.

  • Monitors media coverage and public opinion, addressing any misconceptions and promoting positive narratives.

Consular Services and Community Welfare Operations

  • Provides essential consular services such as passport renewal, visa issuance, and legal assistance.

  • Supports the Indian community through welfare programs, emergency assistance, and social initiatives.


1.1.5 Organization Chart Click Here

1.1.6 Any other details-the genesis, formation of the department and the HoDs from time to time as well as the Committees/ComPosts constituted from time to time have been dealt with.

        India and Indonesia have historically enjoyed close and friendly relations. India established diplomatic relations with Indonesia in 1949. India established the Consulate General of India in Bali in 2012. Previous Consul Generals of India to Bali were as follows:

Bali (From Jan 2012)

S. No.

Name

Designation

Tenure

From

To

1

Shri A.S. Takhi

CG

January 2012

January 2016

2

Shri R.O. Sunil Babu

CG

January 2016

September 2019

3

Shri Prakash Chand

CG

September 2019

December 2022

4

Ms. Neeharika Singh

CG

January 2023

September 2023

5

Shri Shashank Vikram

CG

January 2024

Current


1.2 Power and duties of its officers and employees [Section 4(1)(b)(ii)]

     1.2.1 – 1.2.4 : 

  • General Administrative powers are derived from IFS(PLCA) Rules, as amended from time to time.

  • Financial powers of the officers of the Consulate have been detailed in the Delegated Financial Powers of the Government of India’s Representative Abroad. 

  • Powers regarding consular and passport etc are derived from the Passport and Consular Manuals.  

  • The officers of the Consulate function under the guidance and supervision of the Consul General.

     1.2.5 Work allocation

  • Please click here for work distribution (as of 01/01/2025)

1.3 Procedure followed in decision making process [Section 4(1) (b) (iii)]

    1.3.1. Process of decision making, identify key decision making points

  • The guidelines for office procedures have been published by the Government of India (GoI) including our controlling Ministry i.e. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) which encompasses those items of work that are frequently encountered by our officers. The Post follows the Procedure as indicated in the Manual of Office Procedure for decision-making.

    1.3.2 Final decision making authority : 

  • Decisions are taken under the instructions and supervision of the Consul General.

    1.3.3 Related provisions, acts, rules etc.

  • IFS (PLCA) Rules and annexures as amended from time to time. 

  • Delegation of Financial Powers to Government of India’s Representatives abroad, Passport Act, Manuals on Office Procedures, Other Central Government Rules and manuals published by Central Government. Visa Manual, Consular Manual, GFR, RTI Act. 

    1.3.4 Time limit for taking a decision, if any

  • There is no established time limit for taking a decision, however, decisions are taken under the instructions and supervision of the HOP in a timely manner to dispose of all duties allocated to the Post.

  • As far as Consular Services are concerned, the services provided are rendered and the information sought is provided without any delay and within the prescribed time limit, subject to the condition that the requirements of documents are fulfilled by the applicants. Additionally, the Post follows the time limit set for each type of services as given below: 

          Please click here

    1.4.5 Process of redress of grievances 

  • Apart from traditional channels for redressal of grievances, the aggrieved can make use of the MADAD portal (Consular Services Management System), CPGRAMS portal. through various social media platforms and personal interactions by the concerned officers.

1.5 Rules, regulations, instructions manual and records for discharging functions [Section 4 (1) (b) (v)]

    1.5.1 – 1.5.2

  • IFS PLCA (Pay, Leave and Compensatory Allowances) is already available in electronic format but only for official use. These Rules are applicable to the officers posted in Indian Posts and Posts abroad.

  • Financial Powers of Government of India’s representatives Abroad: (For official use only.)

  • Passport Manual (For official use only.

  • Visa Manual (For official use only.

  • Manuals on Office Procedures (For official use only)

    1.5.3 Acts/Rules manuals etc.

  • Please click on E-Citizen/Tenders Tab of website: here

    1.5.4 Transfer policy and transfer orders

  • Decisions are taken by the Ministry of External Affairs.

 1.6 Categories of documents held by authority under its control [Section 4(1) (b) (vi)]

   The following documents are held by the Post:

  • Documents / files relating to Cultural and Commercial activities.

  • Passport and Consular service files including record of passports and consular services rendered.

  • Record of visa applications.

 1.6.2 Custodian of documents/categories

  • As per distribution of work and responsibilities of officers/officials.

  1.7 Boards, Councils, Committees and other Bodies constituted as part of the Public Authority [Section 4(1) (b) (viii)]

  • Consulate General of India, Bali is not part of any Boards, Council and Committee etc. under its purview/jurisdiction.

1.8 Directory of officers and employees [Section 4(1) (b) (ix)]

    1.8.1. Name and designation

    1.8.2. Telephone, fax and email Id

 1.9 Monthly Remuneration received by officers & employees including system of compensation [Section 4(1) (b) (x)]

1.9.2 System of Compensation as provided in its regulation

  • Compensatory Offs, Overtime etc are given as provided under the Rules

1.10 Name, designation and other particulars of public information officers [Section 4(1) (b) (xvi)] Central Public Information Officer

  • Contact details of officers for addressing applications under Right to Information Act, 2005:

  • Appellate Authority and Nodal Officer:

  • Public Information Officer:

1.11 No. of employees against whom Disciplinary action has been proposed/take (Section 4(2))

  • No Minor penalty or major penalty proceedings is pending against any Officers of the Indian Consulate General in Bali

1.12 Programmes to advance understanding of RTI (Section 26)

  • All Employees of the Post are always sensitized about the RTI Act 2005 since its enactment.. 

          1.12.3 Training of CPIO/APIO

  •  Their training is being carried out under the capacity building plan of the government through Karmayogi.

1.12.4 Update & publish guidelines on RTI by the Public Authorities concerned

Right to Information Act 2005 mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information. It may be noted that information provided under the Right to Information Act is available to citizens of India only. Applications should be submitted along with documentary proof of Indian Citizenship (like copy of personal particulars pages of passport.) More information, including the full text of the Act, is available at http://rti.gov.in . The Government of India (Department of Post) has launched the e-IPO (Electronic Indian Postal Order) service to facilitate purchase of Indian Postal order electronically for paying RTI fee/cost of information on-line through e-Post Office Portal (https:/www.epostoffice.gov.in) of the Department of Posts. The detailed instructions for using the e-IPO service for payment of RTI fee on-line are contained in DOP&T OM No. 1/44/2009-IR dated March 22, 2013. The facility of e-IPO has been extended to 176 Indian Posts/Posts abroad also vide Department of Personnel & Training OM NO 1/44/2009-IR dated October 7, 2013. Department of Posts has extended the eIPO service to Indian citizens residing in India also w.e.f. February 13, 2014 vide OM No. 1/44/2009-IR dated 13th February 2014. The RTI applicants may, therefore, pay the RTI fee, also on-line using the said e-IPO service, for seeking information from Ministries/Departments in India as well as from Indian Posts abroad. The RTI applicant can submit his RTI request online at https://rtionline.gov.in/. He is required to fill his details and then select the Ministry/Department as well as from Indian Posts/Posts from whom he/she desires to seek information under the RTI Act. The eIPO can be used for making payment of fees to seek information from the Ministry/Department or Indian Mission/Posts. A print out of the eIPO is required to be attached with the RTI application sent in hard copy. In case an RTI application is filed electronically, the eIPO should be enclosed as an attachment. It may also be pointed out that as per section 6(1) (a) of the RTI Act, 2005, a person who desires to obtain information under the Act is required to submit the application to the Information Officer of the “concerned public authority”. Applicants are, therefore, advised to send their requests under the RTI Act to the Consulate only when the subject matter can reasonably be presumed to pertain to the Consulate. Where the information required obviously does not pertain to the Consulate, the application may be addressed to the concerned PIO directly.

1.13 Transfer policy and transfer orders [F No. 1/6/2011 – IR dt. 15.4.2013]

  • Decisions are taken by the Ministry of External Affairs.

2.1 Budget allocated to each agency including all plans, proposed expenditure and reports on disbursements made etc. [Section 4(1) (b) (xi)]

2.2 Foreign and domestic tours (F.No.1/8/2012 – IR dt.11.9.2012)

    2.2.1 Budget As per Local Tour Budget Head of the Post

2.2.2 Foreign and domestic Tours by ministries and officials of the rank of Joint Secretary to the Government and above, as well as the heads of the Department (a) Places visited, (b) The period of visit, (c) The number of members in the official delegation, (d) Expenditure on the visit

  • Indian Ministerial and Government officials visit to Bali: Click here

2.2.3 Information related to procurement:

   Click below for Information related to procurement

   a. Information related to Notice/tender enquiry for procurement 

   b. Information related to current procurement contracts

2.3 Manner of execution of subsidy programme [Section 4(i) (b) (xii)]

  • Consulate General of India, Bali does not have any subsidy programme.

2.4 Discretionary and non-discretionary grants [F. No..1/6/2011-IR dt. 15.04.2013]

  • Not Applicable.

2.5 Particulars of recipients of concessions, permits of authorizations granted by the public authority [Section 4(1) (b) (xiii)]

  • No concessions/permits are granted by the Consulate General of India, Bali

2.6 CAG & PAC paras [F No. 1/6/2011 – IR dt. 15.04.2013]

  • Post has 13 audit paras as per the latest Audit Report from the period of 2017-2022.

3. Publicity Band Public interface

3.1 Particulars for any arrangement for consultation with or representation by the members of the public in relation to the formulation of policy or implementation there of [Section 4(1) (b) (vii) [F No 1/6/2011 – IR dt. 15.04.2013]

3.1.1 Relevant Acts, Rules, Forms and other documents which are normally accessed by citizens

  • To access relevant rules, acts, forms and other documents, please click on E-Citizen/Tenders Tab on website: here

3.1.2 Arrangements for consultation with or representation by – (a) Members of the public in policy formulation/policy implementation, (b) Day & time allotted for visitors, (c) Contact details of Information & Facilitation Counter (IFC) to provide publication frequently sought by RTI applicants

  • Consulate General of India, Bali functions within the norms of India’s Foreign Policy formulated by the Ministry of External Affairs. Policy

  • implementation by the Consulate is under the guidance and supervision of the Ambassador.

  • The Consulate General of India is open from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

  • Consular Section Working Hours :

    • Monday to Friday

      • 09:30 – 11:30 hrs. SubPost of Documents

      • 15:00 – 16:00 hrs. Delivery/Collection of Passports/Documents

  • Also, all policy decisions, government welfare schemes, activities, functions and other related information can be accessed by regularly visiting our Consulate website: https://www.cgibali.gov.in/ and also by regularly following our social media account on

3.1.3 Public – private partnerships (PPP)- Details of Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), if any

  • Not applicable

3.1.4 Public -private partnerships (PPP) – Detailed project reports (DPRs)

  • Not applicable

3.1.5 Public-private partnerships (PPP)-Concession agreements.

  • Not applicable

3.1.6 Public-private partnerships (PPP) – Operation and maintenance manuals

  • Not applicable

3.1.7 Public-private partnerships (PPP) – Other documents generated as part of the implementation of the PPP

  • Not applicable

3.1.8 Public-private partnerships (PPP) – Information relating to fees, tolls, or the other kinds of revenues that may be collected under authorization from the government

  • Not applicable

3.1.9 Public-private partnerships (PPP) – Information relating to outputs and outcomes

  • Not applicable

3.1.10 Public-private partnerships (PPP) – The Process of the selection of the private sector party (concessionaire etc.)

  • Not applicable

3.1.11 Public-private partnerships (PPP) –

  • Not applicable

3.2 Are the details of policies/decisions, which affect public, informed to them [Section 4(1) (c)]

  3.2.2 Publish all relevant facts while formulating important policies or announcing decisions which affect the public to make the process more interactive-Outline the Public consultation process.

  • Not applicable

  3.2.3 Publish all relevant facts while formulating important policies or announcing decisions which affect the public to make the process more interactive -Outline the arrangement for consultation before formulation of policy.

  • Not applicable

3.3 Dissemination of information widely and in such form and manner which is easily accessible to the public [Section 4(3)]

     3.3.1 Use of the most effective means of communication – Internet (website)

All policy decisions, government welfare schemes, activities, functions and other related information can be accessed by regularly visiting our Consulate website: https://www.cgibali.gov.in/ and also by regularly following our social media account on

Email address and telephone numbers of the Consulate Officers can be accessed at the following link. Click here

3.4 Form of accessibility of information manual/handbook [Section 4(1)(b)]

  • Full text of the Act is also available at https://rti.gov.in To access relevant manual/handbook and other documents, please click on E-Citizen/Tenders Tab of website: here

    3.4.1 Information manual / handbook available in Electronic format 

  • RTI Act 2005 can be downloaded by clicking on the Tab About the Consulate of our website: https://www.cgibali.gov.in/ Full text of the Act is also available at https://rti.gov.in

    3.4.2 Information manual/handbook available in Printed format

3.5 Whether information manual / handbook available free of cost

   3.5.1 List of materials available Free of cost

   3.5.2 List of materials available at a reasonable cost of the medium

4.1 Language in which Information Manual/Handbook Available [F No. 1/6/2011-IR dt. 15.4.2013]

    4.1.1 English

    4.1.2 Vernacular/Local Language

 4.2 When was the information Manual/Handbook last updated? [F No. 1/6/2011-IR dt 15.4.2013]

  • Manuals/Handbooks are updated from time to time by relevant Departments of Government of India.

4.3 Information available in electronic form [Section 4(1)(b)(xiv)]

4.4 Particulars of facilities available to citizen for obtaining information [Section 4(1) (b) (xv)]

4.5 Such other information as may prescribed under Section 4(i) (b) (xvii)

4.5.1 Grievance redressal mechanism

  • Any grievance received by the Consulate is given due attention and efforts are made for redressing them. Apart from the conventional system of receiving the grievances, the Consulate utilizes the MADAD portal (Consular Services Management System) for redressing the grievances arising out of consular services. MADAD portal can be accessed here

4.5.2 Details of applications received under RTI and information provided

  • 21 RTI applications were received during the calendar year 2024.

4.5.3 List of completed schemes/projects/Programmes

  • Not applicable

4.5.4 List of schemes/projects/programme underway

  • Not applicable

4.5.5 Details of all contracts entered into including name of the contractor, amount of contract and period of completion of contract.

  • Please click below for current contracts:

Information related to current procurement contracts

4.5.6 Annual Report

4.5.7 Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

4.5.8 Any other information such as – (a) Citizen’s Charter, (b) Result Framework Document (RFD), (c) Six monthly reports on the (d) Performance against benchmarks set in the Citizen’s Charter 

  • The Post follows the following Citizen Charter for time limit set for each type of services as given below:  Please click here (*this file needs to be uploaded directly in the website)

  • Additionally, to see the Ministry’s Citizen’s Charter please click here and on E-Citizen/Tenders Tab on MEA website here 

4.6 Receipt & Disposal of RTI applications & appeals [F.No 1/6/2011-IR dt. 15.04.2013]

  4.6.1 Details of applications received and disposed

  • 21 RTI applications were received for the calendar year 2024

  4.6.2 Details of appeals received and orders issued

  • 2  RTI appeals were received for the calendar year 2024

 4.7 Replies to questions asked in the parliament [Section 4(1)(d)(2)] 4.7.1 Details of questions   asked and replies given.

  • There is no parliament question asked directly to our Post. However, inputs are provided to the Ministry for all parliament questions pertaining to our Post in a timely manner. Ministry’s replies to parliament questions can be accessed through the links below:

5.1 Such other information as may be prescribed [F.No.1/2/2016-IR dt.17.8.2016, F No.1/6/2011-IR dt.15.4.2013]

5.1.1 Name & details of – (a) Current CPIOs & FAAs, (b) Earlier CPIO & FAAs:

      (a) Current CPIOs & FAAs Appellate Authority:

  • Contact details of officers for addressing applications under Right to Information Act, 2005:

    • Appellate Authority and Nodal Officer:

    • Public Information Officer:

  (b) List of CPIOs since January 2012: 

SI. No.

Name of CPIO

Year of Deployment

1

Shri G. Surender Reddy, VC

January 2012 to July 2015

2

Shri Subrata Sarkar, VC

January 2016 to December 2017 

3

Shri Rajkumar, VC 

July 2018 to December 2019 

4

Shri Ajay Kumar, VC 

February 2020 – May 2023

5

Shri Ravindra Kumar, VC

May 2023 – June 2024

6

Shri Lawlesh Kumar, VC

June 2024 - till date

5.1.2 Details of third party audit of voluntary disclosure – (a) Dates of audit carried out, (b) Report of the audit carried out.

  • Third Party Audit of Voluntary Disclosure was carried out by Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service, New Delhi (SSIFS). 

  • The report can be found here

5.1.3 Appointment of Nodal Officers not below the rank of Joint Secretary/Additional HoD – (a) Date of appointment, (b) Name & Designation of the officers

  • Dr. Shashank Vikram, Consul General

    • Date of Appointment: 10 January 2024

      5.1.4 Consultancy committee of key stakeholders for advice on suo-motu disclosure (a) Dates from which constituted, (b) Name & Designation of the officers

      • Not applicable

      5.1.5 Committee of PIOs/FAAs with rich experience in RTI to identify frequently sought information under RTI – (a) Dates from which constituted, (b) Name & Designation of the Officers

      • Not applicable

      6.1 Item/information disclosed so that public have minimum resort to use RTI Act to obtain information

      6.1.1 Item/information disclosed so that public have minimum resort to use of RTI Act to obtain information

      • The information which may be required by the public has been put on the Consulate’s website such as consular services, bilateral relations, media, commerce, student related information, ICCR scholarships, tenders, current events, forthcoming events, important announcements, list of holidays, contact details of the Consulate etc. 

      6.2 Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW) is followed (released in February 2009 and included in the Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedures (CSMOP) by Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Ministry of Personnel, Publ.

      6.2.1 Whether STQC certification obtained and its validity

      • The Post has obtained a “Safe to Host” certificate from a CERT-In approved agency.

      6.2.2 Does the website show the certificate on the website?

      Yes, please it can be accessed at https://www.cgibali.gov.in/docs/SafetoHostReport-CGIBali-v1.0.pdf

INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF INDIA, BALI, REQUIRED UNDER SECTION 4(1) OF THE RTI ACT, 2005.

(i)

Particulars of Consulate’s functions and duties

The Consulate is headed by Consul General and has following sections ( 1 ) Administration (2) Visa (3) Passport, PIO, OCI and Consular

Each section is headed by a Consul.

The functions of the Consulate inter alia, include to maintain and develop interaction with various British and Indian community, cultural and commercial organizations, issue of passports, visas, OCI cards and  PIO cards.

The Consulate functions within the purview of business allocated to the Ministry of External Affairs under the Government of India’s Allocation of Business Rules and Transaction of Business Rules.

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The powers and duties of its officers and employees

General Administrative powers are derived from IFS(PLCA) Rules, as amended from time to time.

Financial powers of the officers of the Consulate have been detailed in the Delegated Financial Powers of the Government of India’s Representative Abroad.

Powers regarding consular and passport etc are derived from the Passport and Consular Manuals. 

The officers of the Consulate function under the guidance and supervision of the Consul General.

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The procedure followed in the decision making process, including channels of supervision and accountability

Decisions are taken under the instructions and supervision of the Consul General.

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The norms set by it for the discharge of its functions

Norms are set under the instructions and supervision of the Consul General.

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The rules, regulations, instructions, manuals and records, held by it or under its control or used by its employees for discharging its functions

IFS PLCA Rules and annexure.

Delegated Financial Powers of Government of India’s representative abroad Rules.

Passport Manual, Visa Manual and Manuals on Office Procedures

Other central government rules and manuals published by Central Government.

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A statement of the categories of documents that are held by it or under its control

Documents / files relating to Cultural and Commercial activities.

Passport and Consular service files including record of passports and consular services rendered.

Record of visa applications.

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The particulars of any arrangement that exists for consultation with, or representation by, the members of the public in relation to the formulation of its policy or implementation thereof.

The Consulate functions within the norms set by the Ministry of External Affairs.  Policy is implemented by the Consulate under the guidance and supervision of the Consul General

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A statement of the boards, councils, committees and other bodies consisting of two or more persons constituted as its part or for the purpose of its advice, and as to whether meetings of those boards, councils, committees and other bodies are open to the public, or the minutes of such meetings are accessible for public.

The Consulate interacts regularly with representatives of the local government representatives, Indian Diaspora, NRIs, think tanks and academician.

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A directory of its officers and employees

A directory is given at Annex–I

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The monthly remuneration received by each of its officers and employees including the system of compensation as provided in its regulations.

A statement of monthly remuneration is at Annex–II

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The Budget allocated to each of its agency, indicating the particulars of all plans, proposed expenditure, and reports on disbursements made

Budget figures for the current financial year are given in the statement at Annex–III

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The manner of execution of subsidy programmes, including the amounts allocated and the details of beneficiary of such programmes.

The Consulate does not have any subsidy programme.

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Particulars of recipients of concessions, permits or authorizations granted by it

No concessions / permits are granted by the Consulate.

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TDetails in respect of the information available to or held by it, reduced in an electronic form

Citizens can access information held by the Consulate in the electronic form through our website www.cgibali.gov.in .  Further information can also be obtained from the following website held by Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi

Websites  Details
www.mea.gov.in   Main website of the Ministry of External Affairs
www.mealib.nic.in  Website of the library of the Ministry of External Affairs
www.mea.gov.in  Web link to access websites of various Indian Missions and Posts abroad
www.passportindia.gov.in  Website of the Passport Seva Project of the Consular, Passports and Visa (CPV) Division of Ministry of External Affairs
www.meaprotocol.nic.in  Website of the Protocol Division of the Ministry of External Affairs.
www.meafsi.gov.in  Website of the Foreign Services Institute of Ministry of External Affairs
www.indiandiplomacy.in  Website of the Public Diplomacy Division of Ministry of External Affairs
www.iccr.gov.in  Website of Indian Council of Cultural Relations.  A body under Ministry of External Affairs
www.icwa.in  Website of Indian Council of World Affairs.  A body under Ministry of External Affairs
www.itec.mea.gov.in 

Website of Technical Corporation of the Ministry of External Affairs

  Information held by the Embassy of India Jakarta can be obtained from their website https://www.indianembassyjakarta.gov.in/

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The particulars of facilities available to citizens for obtaining information, including the working hours of a library or reading room, if maintained for public use.

All relevant information is made available through the Consulate’s website.

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The names, designations and other particulars of the Public Information Officers.

Public Information Officer

Shri Lawlesh Kumar
Vice Consul ((Admn)) & Public Information Officer
Jalan Raya Puputan No. 163, Renon Denpasar Bali
Tel No. (0361) 259506
Email:cul.bali@mea.gov.in

 

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Such other information as may be prescribed and thereafter update these publications every year.

The Consulate’s website has information which is updated on a regular basis.