Question

what is PIO and what is his/her function​

Answer 1

The Central Act and most State Acts place a responsibility on the PIO to assist applicants to frame their request if they have difficulty writing up the request appropriately or if they are illiterate. The PIO (and APIO) is also responsible for issuing a receipt for the application

Answer 2

If the information requested for is held by or its subject matter is closely connected with the function of another public authority, the PIO shall transfer, within 5 days, the request to that other public authority and inform the applicant immediately. PIO may seek the assistance of any other officer for the proper discharge of his/her duties. PIO, on receipt of a request, shall as expeditiously as possible, and …