Protocol thrown into the air
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, August 13 2014 :
Raising the eyebrows of many dignitaries present, there was obvious breached of protocol when Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh's family members preceded Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam at the time of offering floral tributes at Hicham Yaichampat, the memorial tomb of Yubaraj Tikendrajit, on the occasion of observing Patriots' Day today.
As per the protocol, the Chief Minister is to be followed by the Deputy Chief Minister at the time of offering floral tributes in such important State function.
But just after Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh paid the floral tributes, some of his family members including his wife MLA O Landhoni followed suit, leaving behind Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam.