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Maharashtra govt scraps greeting rule for convicted MPs and MLAs amid new protocol
India
Published on 30 April 2026
Officials won’t stand in legal or election situations
The Maharashtra government has issued a corrigendum to its earlier courtesy circular, clarifying that officials are not required to stand or greet MPs and MLAs in certain circumstances. The update applies to situations linked to court proceedings, legal matters, or election-related activities, reshaping how protocol is followed in public interactions.
- Maharashtra issued a corrigendum to its earlier courtesy circular
- Officials need not stand or greet in specific legal scenarios
- The update covers election related situations as well
- Protocol rules are being tightened around public representatives
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