Perceived or otherwise, an influential
patron (in this case the PMs wife) is a force to be reckoned with.
All the people in the NKF connection, whatever their portfolios or
purpose, are but normal human beings. It would be suicidal for any
of them, mainly civil servants, to attempt to rock the boat with an
important celebrity sitting inside it.
An influential person on the Board might not intend to abuse his
position but other people tasked to carry out investigations
(naturally) give him face when a situation arises. "Sweep it under
the carpet and wait till he steps down" is a good
alternative.
Members of Parliament and their spouses SHOULD NOT be adviser,
director or patron in any company. Many such politicians, although
absolutely ignorant in the functions of a company, sit on the Board
and some sit on the boards of several companies. We dont need an
expert to tell us the real intention of companies installing such
advisers or directors.
