Description
RTI appeal regarding CSR disclosures and compliance information of CEAT Limited. SEBI declined to disclose investigation details citing confidentiality while providing public links for CSR data.
Summary
Brijesh Sharma filed an RTI appeal (Appeal No. 6679 of 2026) challenging SEBI’s response to his application dated November 17, 2025 seeking detailed CSR compliance information about CEAT Limited. SEBI’s CPIO responded on December 09, 2025, declining to confirm or deny existence of examinations/inquiries citing confidentiality protocols, while providing public domain links for CSR-related information. The appeal was filed on January 03, 2026.
Key Points
- Appellant sought 9 categories of information regarding CEAT Limited’s CSR disclosures, compliance, violations, and SEBI actions over last 5 years
- SEBI declined queries 1-4, 7, and 9 citing confidentiality of complaints and examination processes
- SEBI stated it neither confirms nor denies existence of examination/inquiry/inspection in specific matters
- For queries 5 and 6, SEBI provided links to publicly available CSR information
- SEBI noted that enforcement actions resulting in Orders are available in public domain on SEBI website
- Original RTI application received through RTI MIS Portal
Regulatory Changes
No regulatory changes announced. This is a procedural RTI appeal matter.
Compliance Requirements
No new compliance requirements. The document relates to RTI procedures and SEBI’s information disclosure policies.
Important Dates
- November 17, 2025: RTI application filed by Brijesh Sharma
- December 09, 2025: CPIO response provided
- January 03, 2026: Appeal filed (Reg. No. SEBIH/A/E/26/00002)
Impact Assessment
Market Impact: None. This is an individual RTI appeal with no market-wide implications.
Regulatory Impact: Reaffirms SEBI’s policy of maintaining confidentiality of examination/inquiry/inspection processes while making final enforcement Orders publicly available. Demonstrates SEBI’s approach to balancing transparency requirements under RTI Act with confidentiality needs of regulatory investigations.
Entity-Specific Impact: Minimal impact on CEAT Limited. No violations or non-compliance disclosed through this proceeding.
Impact Justification
Procedural RTI matter with no market-wide implications. SEBI maintained confidentiality of investigations and directed appellant to publicly available information.