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Maharashtra Orders Civil Servants to Show Respect to MPs, MLAs, MLCs
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🗓 29 Sep 2026, 02:37 PM
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The state government has issued a directive mandating all civil servants to treat Members of Parliament, Members of Legislative Assembly and Members of Legislative Council with respect and courtesy.
In a move aimed at strengthening the relationship between the state machinery and elected representatives, the Maharashtra government has issued a directive to all civil servants.
The directive, issued by the state administration, instructs officials to treat Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and Members of Legislative Council (MLCs) with the highest level of respect and courtesy at all times.
The order is expected to reinforce professional conduct during interactions with legislators and to promote a culture of mutual respect within the public service.
The directive comes after concerns raised by political leaders about the conduct of some officials in recent meetings. No specific penalties were mentioned, but the government has urged adherence to the new guidelines.
The directive, issued by the state administration, instructs officials to treat Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and Members of Legislative Council (MLCs) with the highest level of respect and courtesy at all times.
The order is expected to reinforce professional conduct during interactions with legislators and to promote a culture of mutual respect within the public service.
The directive comes after concerns raised by political leaders about the conduct of some officials in recent meetings. No specific penalties were mentioned, but the government has urged adherence to the new guidelines.