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He added that the very purpose behind the creation of RTI Act is being defeated. He said in his discussion that RTI Act is 'the first well known piece of legislation', thus signifying its awareness among masses. CHANDIGARH: Former State Information Commissioner, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), Sudesh Kumar Sharma, on Thursday said Right to Information (RTI) Act, which is a weapon to seek information, is now being misused by disgruntled people, against whom disciplinary action is initiated. Sharma was at Panjab University (PU) to address a workshop on the theme 'RTI: Awareness Issues and Challenges' here on Thursday. Further, he highlighted the loopholes of the mechanism by sharing the practicality of the Act, he kept the audience enrolled.In the second session of the day, Prof Kamaljit added about the need and relevance of RTI Act..