The Ministry of Personnel (DoPT) has issued a formal notice to Cuttack District Magistrate Dattatreya Bhaosaheb Shinde following a breach of privilege complaint. The move comes after BJD MP Debashis Samantaray and other parliamentarians petitioned the Rajya Sabha Chairman regarding an alleged protocol violation.
The dispute stems from the Netaji Jayanti event on January 23, where Samantaray claims he was intentionally excluded. While the DM maintains that an email invitation was sent, the MP argues that a late-night email is insufficient and noted his name was missing from plaques and official cards.
Key Contention Points:
MP’s Claim: Lack of proper protocol; name excluded from official guest lists.
DM’s Defense: All protocols were followed; invitation sent via email.
Current Status: DoPT is investigating the incident under the Chairman's direction.
Samantaray described the exclusion as an "insult to the House," seeking strict administrative accountability.