INVITED OFFICERS MUST ATTEND R-DAY FUNCTION: GOVT TO DEPTS

NEW DELHI: The cabinet secretariat has mandated all officers in government ministries and departments invited for the Republic Day ceremony scheduled to be held at Rajpath on Tuesday to attend the function.

In a letter dated January 22, sent to all government ministries and departments, cabinet secretary Rajiv Gauba warned “that serious view would be taken against those who fail to do so.” HT has reviewed a copy of the letter.

“The Republic Day ceremony at Rajpath is an important national function held every year on the 26th of January. Considering the importance of this national function, it is expected that all the officers who are invited, attend the ceremony,” the letter said.

“In view of social distancing requirements imposed due to Covid-19 pandemic, the seating capacity this year has been decreased to 25% of the original capacity. It is all the more important that the officers who are invited must attend the ceremony as part of their duty,” it added. Officials aware of the development said all officers above the rank of under secretary and above have been invited to attend the ceremony on Tuesday.