The Central Information Commission (CIC) has directed the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to file an affidavit confirming that information regarding government funding to COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers like Serum Institute and Bharat Biotech is not available with its logistics division. This directive follows an RTI appeal seeking details of funds released during 2020-2021. DPIIT had previously stated the information was 'NIL', a response upheld by the First Appellate Authority, but the CIC requires a formal affidavit within 15 days.