Indian Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances Council

We collect various types of information: Personal Identification Information (name, contact details, ID documents for verification); Grievance and Case Information (details of the complaint, involved government agencies/officials, supporting evidence, legal records); Membership Information (designation, duties performed, fees paid); Donation Information; and Technical Information (IP address, browser type, cookies). We collect information directly from you (via submissions/membership forms) and from public domain sources (for investigation).

We share personal information only when strictly necessary for the purpose of grievance redressal or legal compliance: Government and Regulatory Bodies (sharing grievance details with relevant administration or court); Service Providers (IT support, legal counsel, auditors); and Legal Requirements (when required by law or court order, to protect rights or safety). We implement appropriate safeguards when sharing information, especially sensitive case details.

You have the right to: Access and Correct personal information; Withdraw Consent for processing (subject to legal or operational constraints necessary for case management); Request Data Deletion (subject to legal retention requirements). To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided. We will respond to requests within 30 days and may require identity verification.

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law (e.g., tax compliance, legal investigation records). Grievance records are retained for a period necessary for audit, legal defense, or future reference regarding administrative reforms. When the retention period expires, we securely delete or anonymize the information.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically: Notification - significant changes will be prominently posted on our website, communicated via email to registered users, announced in newsletters, and the effective date clearly indicated. Types of Changes - we may modify information collection practices, update security measures, add/remove service providers, enhance user rights, or clarify policy language. Your Continued Use - continued use after policy changes constitutes acceptance. If you disagree, you may discontinue services and request data deletion subject to legal obligations. Material Changes - for material changes affecting your rights, we will seek renewed consent where required by law and provide clear notice and opportunity to opt-out. Policy Version - current version dated upon implementation. Previous versions available upon request. We encourage periodic review of this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we protect your information.

For privacy-related questions, concerns, complaints, or to exercise your rights, please contact: Privacy Officer: Raghavendra Hadora, M.Sc (Agri), Ph.D (Hort.), Director – GIRIDHARE EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL WELFARE FOUNDATION. Email: geswfoundation@gmail.com, Phone: +91 8951715545 or +91 9449121785, Address: 4th Main 1st Cross Gourishankara Nagara, Ranebennur – 581115, Karnataka, India. Grievance Redressal - we will acknowledge receipt within 48 hours, investigate and respond within 15 business days, escalate unresolved matters to senior management, and maintain confidentiality throughout. Types of Requests - access to personal information, correction of inaccurate data, deletion of information, withdrawal of consent, opt-out of communications, complaint about privacy practices, or questions about this policy. Information Required - please provide full name, contact information, specific request nature, and relevant details for efficient processing. We may require identity verification before processing requests. External Recourse - if unsatisfied with our response, you may approach relevant regulatory authorities or consumer forums. We are committed to resolving all privacy concerns fairly and transparently.