Himachal Minister Yadavendra Goma Files Privilege Motion Against Mandi DC Over Protocol Breach

• Himachal Minister Yadavendra Goma filed a privilege motion against Mandi DC Apurva Devgan (IAS) for allegedly violating protocol.
• The DC was absent and failed to welcome the minister upon his arrival in Mandi for Republic Day celebrations on January 25, 2026.
• Goma termed the DC's absence as administrative negligence and an insult to a constitutional post, violating government protocol.
• The minister requested the Assembly Speaker to seek clarification from the DC and ensure adherence to protocol for constitutional posts.
• This incident follows previous criticism of officials by another Himachal minister, Vikramaditya Singh, highlighting ongoing tensions.

Why It Matters: Himachal Minister Yadavendra Goma initiated a privilege motion against Mandi DC for a Republic Day protocol breach.