Members of the influential Gymkhana Club, located at a stone’s throw from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s residence, are an unhappy lot. A recent circular issued by the ministry of environment and forests has banned party-goers in its spacious lawns from playing music after 10.p.m.

Considering it’s that time of the year when members are keen to have their parties outside and organise lavish live bands, some members were keen to seek an appointment with Manmohan Singh, who is also a member, to see if an exception could be made.

But knowing his reputation for fair play, they finally gave up on the idea.