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An
initiative to promote transparency and
accountability in government functioning
What
is SNS?
SNS
is a non-hierarchical citizens’ group working
towards encouraging active participation of
citizens in governance to ensure transparency and
accountability in government functioning. It runs
an information center in the Malviya Nagar
constituency of South Delhi.
The
activities of SNS are primarily carried out by
volunteers who contribute time, energy and ideas
to help achieve the objectives of the Sangathan.
SNS is not a registered body and is not associated
with any political party.
What
are the objectives of SNS?
SNS
seeks to encourage citizens’ participation in
governance and helps citizens:
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use tools such as the National Right to Information Act 2005 and Delhi
Right to Information Act to
keep themselves informed about the various
activities of the Government;
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use the information obtained to monitor
Government works to ensure that public funds
are spent properly
-
participate in planning the allocation
of public funds to ensure that funds meant for
the welfare of citizens are spent on
activities that are considered important by
them.
Ongoing
activities
The
SNS is working closely with residents of both
low-income slum settlements and higher income
colonies. It is presently focusing on the
following activities:
How
is it funded?
The
activities of SNS are financed through donations
made by individuals who believe in the ideology of
the group.
How
can you contribute?
As
a people’s movement, SNS endeavors to involve as
many citizens in the initiative as possible. If
these issues interest you, and you would like to
be associated with SNS, you can:
- Contribute time
and ideas as a volunteer
- Help spread the
message of SNS
- Make
financial contributions towards the movement
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