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23 Nov

Centre Rules Out Chandigarh-Related Bill for Winter Session, Says No Final Decision Taken

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabArticle 240, Chandigarh Administration, MHA clarification, Winter Session

New Delhi, November 23,2025: The Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday dismissed speculation surrounding changes to Chandigarh’s administrative structure, confirming that the Central government has no plan to introduce any bill on the issue in the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament.In a detailed clarification, the ministry said that the ongoing proposal is limited to easing the process of law-making for the Union Territory. Officials noted that the proposal is still under scrutiny within the Central government and that “no final decision” has been reached so far.The statement comes amid heightened political activity in Punjab, where opposition leaders and state parties…

Sunil Jakhar Reassures Punjab Amid Row Over Centre’s Chandigarh Proposal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab131st Constitutional Amendment, Article 240, Chandigarh row, Punjab BJP, Sunil Jakhar

Chandigarh, November 23,2025: Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar on Sunday tried to calm rising tensions across the state, reaffirming that Chandigarh “remains an integral part of Punjab” as protests swell over the Centre’s proposal to bring the Union Territory under Article 240.Jakhar said the BJP’s Punjab unit stands with the people of the state and their concerns. He stressed that the party will always prioritise Punjab’s interests on crucial issues, including Chandigarh and the ongoing river water disputes.“Chandigarh is inseparable from Punjab. The Punjab BJP is committed to protecting the state’s rights, whether on Chandigarh or river waters. Any misunderstanding…

Centre Lists Constitutional Amendment Bill to Bring Chandigarh Under Article 240 Powers

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, PunjabArticle 240, Chandigarh Administration, Constitution 131st Amendment Bill 2025

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore)— The Union Government has proposed a significant constitutional change that would place Chandigarh under the direct rule-making powers of the President, bringing it in line with other Union Territories that function without their own legislatures. The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, has been listed for introduction in the upcoming winter session of Parliament, starting December 1.The Bill seeks to include Chandigarh under Article 240, which allows the President to frame regulations for the administration, governance, and development of specific Union Territories such as Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, and…