RTI for Rajasthan Tourism Department — Heritage Hotel License, Wildlife Eco-Tourism, RTDC Records and Tourist Police

The Rajasthan Department of Tourism oversees one of India's most extraordinary and economically vital tourism ecosystems — a state where medieval forts and desert landscapes, royal palaces and tiger reserves, pilgrimage cities and heritage hotels coexist within a single administrative territory. Tourism is estimated to contribute over 15% of Rajasthan's state Gross Domestic Product, making it one of the most consequential sectors in state governance. The Right to Information Act, 2005 provides a legally enforceable mechanism for citizens, journalists, researchers, activists, and tourism industry participants to access licensing records, revenue data, compliance information, and scheme utilisation records from the Rajasthan Tourism Department, the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC), and associated offices.

Governance Structure of Rajasthan Tourism

Department of Tourism

The Department of Tourism, Art, Culture and Archaeology, Government of Rajasthan is the principal state government body responsible for tourism policy, promotion, regulation, and development. The department is headed by the Director of Tourism, whose principal office is located at the Government Hostel Campus, Jaipur. The Director of Tourism is responsible for:

• Heritage hotel classification and compliance under the Rajasthan Heritage Hotels (Classification of Hotels and Restaurants) Rules.
• Tourist guide licensing — both regional (Rajasthan-specific) and national (multi-state) guide licenses for Rajasthan-based guides.
• Tourism promotion and marketing (including participation in India Tourism fairs, international tourism exhibitions, and Incredible India campaigns in coordination with the Central Ministry of Tourism).
• Oversight of the Tourist Police / Tourist Assistance Force.
• Administration of Central tourism infrastructure schemes — Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD — at the state implementation level.

At the district level, District Tourism Officers (DTOs) are the primary field-level CPIOs for most tourism department RTI applications. Districts with dedicated tourism offices include Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Bikaner, Ajmer (including Pushkar), Bharatpur, Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore), Alwar (Sariska), Chittorgarh, and Kota.

Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC)

The Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (RTDC) is the state government's commercial tourism enterprise — a state public sector undertaking (PSU) registered under the Companies Act. RTDC manages:

• A chain of budget and mid-range tourist accommodation across the state — operating under brand names such as "Hotel Rajputana Palace," "Ghoomer Tourist Bungalow," "Harasar Haveli," "Moomal Tourist Bungalow," and "Sarovar" at destinations including Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Pushkar, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Chittorgarh, Kota, Bundi, Alwar, Mount Abu, and Jaipur.
• Tourist bungalows along highway circuits, serving budget travellers and domestic tourists.
• Package tours, coach services, and cultural programmes for tourists.
• The "Palace on Wheels" and "Royal Rajasthan on Wheels" luxury train circuits (in coordination with Indian Railways).

RTDC is headquartered in Jaipur and is a separate public authority from the Tourism Department for RTI purposes. Applications seeking RTDC operational data — occupancy, revenue, employee records, PPP agreements — must be filed with the RTDC's designated CPIO separately.

Rajasthan as India's Premier Tourism Destination

Scale and Economic Importance

No other Indian state combines the density of historical monuments, the scale of royal heritage, the drama of desert landscape, and the richness of wildlife as comprehensively as Rajasthan. The state consistently ranks either first or second in India for international tourist arrivals and is among the top destinations for domestic tourists. Rajasthan's cultural tourism circuit intersects with the famous Golden Triangle — Delhi–Agra–Jaipur — which is the single most visited tourist circuit in India, drawing millions of international visitors annually. Jaipur (the Pink City) serves as Rajasthan's entry point to the Golden Triangle, and from Jaipur most international visitors continue to Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, or Ranthambore.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Rajasthan

Rajasthan has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than most Indian states:

• Jantar Mantar, Jaipur (inscribed 2010): An 18th-century astronomical observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II; one of five Jantar Mantars he built across India; the Jaipur one is the largest and best preserved.
• Hill Forts of Rajasthan (inscribed 2013): A serial World Heritage property comprising six forts — Chittorgarh Fort (largest fort in India by area), Kumbhalgarh Fort (Wall of Kumbhalgarh, the world's second longest wall after the Great Wall of China), Ranthambore Fort (within Ranthambore National Park), Gagron Fort (a water fort at the confluence of the Kalisindh and Ahu rivers), Amer Fort (Jaipur — the most visited), and Jaisalmer Fort (one of the world's few living forts, with a resident population inside).
• Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur (inscribed 1985): Considered one of the world's most important bird sanctuaries; a wintering ground for thousands of migratory birds including the critically endangered Siberian crane (now rarely sighted), bar-headed geese, painted storks, and over 370 species.

Key Destinations

Beyond the UNESCO sites, Rajasthan's major tourism assets include:

• Jaipur (Pink City): Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Museum, Albert Hall Museum, Nahargarh Fort, Amber/Amer Fort and Palace, Jal Mahal, Sisodia Rani Garden, Birla Mandir, jewellery and textile markets (Johari Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar).
• Jodhpur (Blue City): Mehrangarh Fort (arguably Rajasthan's most dramatic fort, rising 122 metres above the city), Jaswant Thada cenotaph, Umaid Bhawan Palace (the world's largest private residence, still a royal family home and a Taj-managed heritage hotel), Osian temples and sand dunes.
• Jaisalmer (Golden City): Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila — living fort), Patwon ki Haveli, Nathmalji ki Haveli, Sam Sand Dunes (highest dunes in the Thar), Gadisar Lake, and proximity to the Desert National Park (habitat of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard).
• Udaipur (Venice of the East / City of Lakes): Lake Pichola (with the island-palace Lake Palace Hotel, one of the world's most photographed hotels), City Palace (the largest palace complex in Rajasthan), Fateh Sagar Lake, Jagdish Temple, Sajjangarh Palace (Monsoon Palace), and Saheliyon ki Bari.
• Bikaner: Junagarh Fort (never captured in its 500-year history), Lalgarh Palace, National Research Centre on Camel (the only camel research station in Asia), Karni Mata Temple (Deshnok).
• Pushkar: Brahma Temple (one of very few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma in India), Pushkar Lake (sacred lake with 52 ghats), site of the Pushkar Camel Fair (held annually in Kartik month — one of the world's largest camel fairs).
• Ajmer: Dargah Sharif of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (the most important Sufi shrine in India; Urs festival draws hundreds of thousands of pilgrims annually), Adhai Din ka Jhonpra (12th century mosque), Ana Sagar Lake.
• Ranthambore (Sawai Madhopur): Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve — 10 safari zones, 70+ tigers, one of India's best tiger-viewing destinations; also Ranthambore Fort (a UNESCO WHS within the park).
• Sariska (Alwar): Sariska Tiger Reserve — notable for the local extinction of all tigers due to poaching (discovered 2004–05) and the historic tiger translocation programme begun in 2008 under Project Tiger; now has a recovering tiger population.

The Heritage Hotel Revolution

Rajasthan's Unique Contribution to World Tourism

Rajasthan's most distinctive contribution to global tourism is the heritage hotel — the conversion of privately owned royal palaces, ancestral forts, hunting lodges, and haveli mansions into tourist accommodation, while preserving their architectural character and historical atmosphere. This concept was pioneered in Rajasthan in the 1970s and 1980s, when the state government created a classification and incentive framework to encourage royal families and landed aristocracy to open their properties to tourists rather than sell or demolish them. The model proved extraordinarily successful and has been replicated by other Indian states, but Rajasthan remains the undisputed leader, with over 100 heritage-classified properties — more than any other state in India.

Classification Tiers

Under the Rajasthan Heritage Hotels (Classification of Hotels and Restaurants) Rules, properties are classified into three tiers:

Heritage Grand — The grandest tier, comprising large palace complexes and major forts typically with more than 10 guest rooms. These are often internationally famous properties:

• Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur — Built between 1928 and 1943 for Maharaja Umaid Singh; the world's largest private residence at 347 rooms; one wing is still the residence of the Jodhpur royal family; the remaining wings are managed by Taj Hotels. Renowned for its Art Deco interiors and sandstone architecture.
• Samode Palace, Samode (near Jaipur) — A 475-year-old palace with intricate Sheesh Mahal (mirror work) interiors; fully operational heritage hotel.
• Deogarh Mahal, Deogarh (Rajsamand) — A fortified palace atop a hill; owned and run by the erstwhile royal family of Deogarh.
• Castle Mandawa, Mandawa (Jhunjhunu) — In the Shekhawati region, famous for its painted havelis; the castle has been a heritage hotel since the 1980s.

Heritage Classic — Medium-sized palaces, smaller forts, and properties of significant historical character:

• Rohetgarh, Rohet (Jodhpur district) — A 17th-century fort converted by the Sindhayach family; known for horse safaris and authentic Rajput hospitality.
• Rawla Narlai, Narlai (Pali district) — A 400-year-old royal hunting lodge carved into a massive granite outcrop.
• Chanoud Garh, Chanoud (Pali) — A small fort offering an intimate royal experience.

Heritage Basic — Smaller havelis, bungalows, and traditional mansions of historical significance, offering fewer rooms at more accessible price points. These are typically family-owned havelis in cities like Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Shekhawati.

Revenue Sharing and Incentives

The Rajasthan Tourism Department provides incentives to classified heritage hotels — including concessional rates on government facilities, listing on official tourism portals, and preferential mention in tourism promotion materials. Properties must maintain certain standards of preservation, facilities, and guest services to retain classification. The RTI Act provides access to: the full classified list; inspection records; compliance notices; and cases of de-classification or downgrading. This is particularly relevant for advocacy around heritage preservation, since commercial pressure sometimes leads owners to make structural modifications that compromise a property's heritage character.

Wildlife Eco-Tourism in Rajasthan

Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur district is India's most famous tiger reserve for accessible wildlife tourism. Established as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in 1973 (one of the original nine reserves), Ranthambore now has approximately 70–75 tigers across its core and buffer zones — one of the highest densities of tigers in India. The park's terrain — a mix of dry deciduous forest, lakes, grassland, and ruined Mughal-era structures — makes tiger sightings remarkably frequent, and the park is one of the few in India where tigers are regularly photographed in daylight, in water, and around ancient ruins, making it uniquely photogenic.

Safari Zones: Ranthambore has 10 designated safari zones. Zones 1–5 are in the core (critical tiger habitat) zone, with the highest tiger sighting probability. Zones 6–10 are in the buffer zone, with lower tiger density but often less crowded. Permits are issued online (through the Rajasthan Forest Department's booking system) and in limited numbers per zone per session (morning safari and evening safari separately). The scarcity of Zone 1–5 permits — and the significant revenue and tipping income that premium zone guides and drivers earn — has made zone allocation a persistent source of controversy.

Eco-Tourism Revenue: Revenue from Ranthambore safari permits runs into several crores annually. The Forest Department manages the actual permit system and revenue collection; the Tourism Department handles promotional activities and tourist guide licensing. For RTI on tiger census data, incident reports, or wildlife protection enforcement: file with the Rajasthan Forest Department CPIO (separate public authority). For tourist guide licenses at Ranthambore, zone allocation promotional data, and complaints against tour operators to the Tourism Department: file with the Director of Tourism or the District Tourism Officer, Sawai Madhopur.

Sariska Tiger Reserve

Sariska Tiger Reserve in Alwar district is one of India's most important conservation stories — for deeply sobering reasons. In 2004–05, it was discovered that Sariska had lost its entire tiger population to systematic poaching; a Wildlife Institute of India survey found zero tigers in the reserve. This was one of India's worst wildlife conservation failures and triggered a major national debate about Project Tiger management. In 2008, the Government of India initiated a landmark tiger translocation programme, relocating tigers from Ranthambore to Sariska — the first inter-reserve tiger translocation in India's conservation history. Sariska now has a recovering population. RTI on Sariska eco-tourism revenue and zone management is available through the Tourism Department; wildlife and forest management records are with the Forest Department CPIO.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur

Keoladeo Ghana National Park (formerly Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most celebrated bird sanctuaries. Located at the junction of the Gambhir and Banganga rivers in Bharatpur district, the park was originally a royal hunting ground (duck and game bird shooting reserve of the Bharatpur royals) that was transformed into a protected area and eventually a national park. The park hosts approximately 370+ bird species — both resident and migratory — including painted stork, Asian openbill stork, spoonbill, grey heron, little cormorant, and during winter, tens of thousands of migratory ducks, bar-headed geese, common coot, and — historically — the Siberian crane (now critically endangered and rarely sighted here in recent years). The park is managed by the Forest Department; tourism promotion is by the Tourism Department.

Desert National Park, Jaisalmer

The Desert National Park in Jaisalmer and Barmer districts covers approximately 3,162 square kilometres of the Thar Desert — making it one of the largest national parks in India. It is the primary protected habitat for the Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps), one of the world's most critically endangered birds, with an estimated wild population of fewer than 150 individuals (as of recent surveys). The Desert National Park also hosts chinkara (Indian gazelle), desert fox, spiny-tailed lizard, and a remarkable range of desert-adapted flora. RTI applications to the Rajasthan Forest Department can obtain census data for the Great Indian Bustard and enforcement records for the park's boundary; Tourism Department RTI can obtain records of eco-tourism promotion activities and visitor management plans for the Desert National Park area.

The Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC)

RTDC was established to provide affordable government-backed tourist accommodation across Rajasthan, ensuring that budget travellers and domestic tourists have access to safe, standardised accommodation in destinations that may lack sufficient private hotel options. RTDC operates a network of properties — ranging from basic tourist bungalows to mid-range hotels — at dozens of destinations across the state, including:

• Hotel Moomal, Jaisalmer — RTDC's property in the desert city.
• Hotel Ghoomer, Jodhpur — Located in the city, offering budget accommodation with city views.
• Hotel Bikaner, Bikaner — RTDC's presence in the Camel City.
• Hotel Sarovar, Pushkar — On the shores of Pushkar Lake.
• Hotel Khasa Kothi, Jaipur — One of RTDC's flagship Jaipur properties.
• Hotel Chetak, Udaipur — Budget accommodation in the Lake City.
• Hotel Bharatpur Ashok, Bharatpur — Near Keoladeo National Park, serving birdwatchers.
• Hotel Vinayak, Sawai Madhopur — For Ranthambore visitors.

Over the years, several RTDC properties have been handed over to private operators under PPP (Public–Private Partnership) or long-term lease arrangements, with the rationale that private management would improve service quality and reduce the revenue burden on RTDC. These PPP transitions — including the terms of the lease agreements and the revenue-sharing arrangements — are accessible through RTI from the RTDC's CPIO.

RTDC has also operated the iconic Palace on Wheels luxury train — a joint venture with Indian Railways, running a week-long circuit through Rajasthan's major destinations — and a more affordable version marketed in recent years. Financial records of RTDC, including annual revenue, occupancy rates, employee headcount, and net profit/loss positions (as per audited accounts), are accessible through RTI.

Tourist Guide Licensing

The Rajasthan Tourism Department licenses tourist guides at two levels:

Regional Tourist Guides — Licensed to guide tourists at specific circuits or destinations within Rajasthan. They must pass examinations on history, culture, and local knowledge administered by the Tourism Department, and may be licensed for specific language groups (Hindi, English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, etc.).

National Tourist Guides — Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, to guide tourists across the country. In Rajasthan, national guides may be licensed through the India Tourism office in Jaipur (a Central body). RTI on national guide licenses issued by the India Tourism office, Jaipur → goes to the CIC on second appeal.

For Rajasthan Tourism Department-issued regional guide licenses, RTI applications go to the Director of Tourism (CPIO) and the second appeal to RSIC. Tourist guide complaints — involving allegations of overcharging, fraud, misrepresentation, impersonation of licensed guides by unlicensed touts — are recorded at the District Tourism Officer level and can be accessed through RTI.

Tourist Police: Rajasthan's Dedicated Force

Rajasthan was among the first Indian states to establish a dedicated Tourist Police (also referred to as the Tourist Assistance Force) specifically tasked with protecting tourists from harassment, fraud, and crime at major tourist sites. Jaipur's Tourist Police was established as early as 1994, making it one of India's first dedicated tourist protection forces.

Tourist Police posts operate at major attractions including:

• Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
• Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan (Jodhpur)
• Jaisalmer Fort, Sam Sand Dunes (Jaisalmer)
• City Palace, Lake Palace area (Udaipur)
• Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple (Pushkar)
• Dargah Sharif (Ajmer)
• Ranthambore gate area (Sawai Madhopur)

Tourist Police handle complaints relating to:

• Harassment by touts — unlicensed "guides" who accost tourists outside forts and temples, demand commissions from shops, and steer tourists to high-commission establishments.
• Guide impersonation fraud — unlicensed individuals posing as licensed guides.
• Overcharging — by auto-rickshaws, taxis, and camel/horse operators at tourist sites.
• Theft — pickpocketing and bag-snatching at crowded monuments.
• Sexual harassment — complaints by female tourists (both domestic and foreign) against individuals at tourist sites.
• Accommodation fraud — fake booking agents, switch-and-substitute practices.

RTI applications to the Tourist Police (through the relevant district's Tourism Department or Police Department interface) can access complaint registration records, FIR counts by category, and action-taken reports (ATRs) on complaints received. The Tourist Police's accountability is a matter of public interest given that Rajasthan's international tourism reputation depends significantly on tourist safety perceptions.

Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD Scheme Funds

The Central Government's Swadesh Darshan Scheme (Integrated Development of Theme-Based Tourist Circuits) and PRASHAD Scheme (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive) have channelled significant funds into Rajasthan's tourism infrastructure.

Swadesh Darshan projects in Rajasthan have covered circuits including the Desert Circuit (Jaisalmer–Jodhpur–Bikaner), the Heritage Circuit (Jaipur–Ajmer–Pushkar), the Rural Circuit, and the Wildlife Circuit (Ranthambore–Bharatpur). Phase 2 of Swadesh Darshan (renamed Swadesh Darshan 2.0 with a sustainability focus) has additional components.

PRASHAD projects relevant to Rajasthan include infrastructure development at Pushkar (one of India's most important Hindu pilgrimage sites) and Ajmer Sharif (one of India's most important Muslim pilgrimage sites). PRASHAD at Ajmer includes ghats, pathways, visitor facilities, and drainage improvements around the Dargah Sharif.

RTI applications can obtain project-wise lists of all Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD projects sanctioned for Rajasthan, expenditure incurred versus sanctioned amounts, completion status, and records of any pending contractor disputes or arbitration. Utilisation certificate submission status — a key indicator of financial accountability to the Central Ministry of Tourism — is also accessible through RTI.

ASI Monuments: A Critical Jurisdiction Distinction

Many of Rajasthan's most visited monuments are under the jurisdiction of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), a Central Government body under the Ministry of Culture. ASI's Northern Circle office (headquartered in Agra) and the Rajasthan Circle (Jaipur) maintain centrally protected monuments including Amer Fort (jointly managed with the State), Chittorgarh Fort (ASI maintained areas), Kumbhalgarh, Jantar Mantar, Fatehpur Sikri (UP but part of the circuit), and several others.

RTI applications for:

• ASI monument maintenance records, repair and conservation expenditure → file with the CPIO of ASI's Jaipur Circle; second appeal to CIC (ASI is a Central body).
• Admission fee revenue at ASI-maintained monuments → also CIC.
• Rajasthan Tourism Department's promotional activities relating to ASI monuments → RSIC.

This is a critical distinction that applicants must get right to avoid having RTI applications transferred between authorities, causing delay.

How to File an RTI Application

Step 1: Identify the correct public authority. Determine whether your query relates to the Rajasthan Tourism Department (heritage hotel licensing, tourist guide licensing, Tourist Police), RTDC (operational and financial data), or a separate body (Forest Department for wildlife records, ASI for monument conservation records, Ministry of Tourism for Central scheme origination records). Each is a separate public authority with its own CPIO.

Step 2: Draft the application. Use the sample RTI provided above as a template. Be specific: quote property names for heritage hotel queries; quote zone numbers and safari seasons for Ranthambore queries; quote the scheme name and project name for infrastructure fund queries. Vague applications produce vague responses.

Step 3: File online or offline. The Rajasthan Tourism Department accepts RTI applications through the RTI Online portal at rtionline.gov.in. Additionally, the Rajasthan state government maintains its own RTI portal at rti.rajasthan.gov.in, which accepts applications for state departments including Tourism. You may also file by registered post to the CPIO at the District Tourism Officer's office or the Office of the Director of Tourism, enclosing a crossed Indian Postal Order (IPO) for ₹10. BPL cardholders may claim fee exemption by submitting a copy of their BPL card.

Step 4: Track and follow up. Note the acknowledgement number. You will receive the response within 30 days of receipt by the CPIO. If you do not receive a response within 30 days, you are entitled to file a First Appeal.

Legal Framework: Sections and Timelines

The Rajasthan Tourism Department, District Tourism Officers, and RTDC are all public authorities under Section 2(h) of the Right to Information Act, 2005, legally required to designate CPIOs and respond to RTI applications.

• Section 6: Governs the filing of RTI applications; no reason need be given for requesting information.
• Section 7(1): Requires the CPIO to provide information within 30 days of receipt of the application.
• Section 7(1) proviso: Reduces the response time to 48 hours if the information concerns the life or liberty of a person.
• Section 19(1) — First Appeal: File with the First Appellate Authority (the officer immediately senior to the CPIO) within 30 days of the date of decision or expiry of the 30-day response period, whichever is applicable. No fee is payable.
• Section 19(3) — Second Appeal: File with the Rajasthan State Information Commission (RSIC) within 90 days of the FAA's decision or expiry of the FAA's response period. RSIC is the correct appellate body — NOT the Central Information Commission.
• Section 20 — Penalty: RSIC can impose a penalty of ₹250 per day (up to a maximum of ₹25,000) on the defaulting CPIO for unjustified delay or refusal to provide information, and can recommend disciplinary action.

Practical Tips for Citizens, Journalists, and Researchers

• For heritage hotel compliance queries: Ask for aggregate data by district and tier (Heritage Grand/Classic/Basic) rather than individual property names where privacy concerns might be raised. Inspection reports, compliance notices, and de-classification orders are clearly public records and should not be withheld.
• For Ranthambore safari records: File two separate RTI applications — one to the Tourism Department CPIO for tourism promotion, guide licensing, and tour operator complaint records; and a separate application to the Rajasthan Forest Department CPIO for actual permit allocation, booking data, and revenue accounts. Both second appeals go to RSIC.
• For RTDC financial data: RTDC publishes annual reports and accounts; RTI can fill in the gaps where specific details (occupancy rates by property, PPP lease terms, employee headcount) are not publicly available. Ask for audited accounts figures rather than provisional estimates.
• For tourist guide complaints: Specify the circuit (Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar) and the time period. Guide complaints are maintained at the District Tourism Officer level.
• For Swadesh Darshan/PRASHAD funds: The Rajasthan Tourism Department is the state-level nodal agency; the project-wise expenditure and utilisation certificate status are maintained at the state level. For Central Ministry of Tourism sanction records, file separately with the Ministry of Tourism CPIO in New Delhi (CIC on second appeal).
• Central vs State distinction: Before filing, confirm whether the body you want information from is a Central or state authority. ASI (monument conservation), Ministry of Tourism (Central scheme sanctions), National level tourist guide certificates (India Tourism offices), and Incredible India marketing → CIC. Rajasthan Tourism Department, District Tourism Officers, RTDC, Rajasthan Forest Department (eco-tourism records), Rajasthan Tourist Police → RSIC.
• Note the First Appeal deadline carefully: The 30-day window runs from the date of the CPIO's decision or the end of the 30-day response period — whichever comes first. Track this from the date recorded on your acknowledgement receipt or postal delivery proof. Missing this deadline may require you to file a Second Appeal directly with RSIC with an explanation for the delay.