First Announce, Then Think: Congress After Centre Clarifies Chandigarh Bill Listing

Chandigarh Under Article 240? Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Vows To Oppose Centre's Chandigarh Push

This special report covers the political controversy over the Central Government's proposal to bring the Union Territory of Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution. The issue has drawn strong opposition from Punjab, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accusing the NDA government of attempting to undermine Punjab's claim to the city. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asserted, 'Chandigarh was, is and will remain, always remain, part of Pu

No Chandigarh Lawmaking Bill in Parliament This Session: MHA

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a clear statement confirming that no bill concerning the administration of Chandigarh will be presented in Parliament during the ongoing Winter Session. The government clarified that a proposal to simplify the process of making laws for Chandigarh is still under consideration, and no definitive decision has been made. It was further emphasized that this proposal does not aim to change the existing go…

Chandigarh Bill: No Change in Chandigarh's Administration, Centre Clarifies Amid Punjab Political Row

The Central Government has moved to quell the political uproar in Punjab by clarifying that there will be no change in the administration system of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The Union Home Ministry has dismissed speculations suggesting that Chandigarh's administrative structure might be altered, which could impact Punjab's claims and its association with the state capital. This clarification comes at a time when the Punjab government an…

"No intention to pilot bill to bracket Chandigarh with other UTs in Parliament"  - The Indian Awaaz

Staff Reporter / New Delhi Home Ministry today said that the proposal to simplify the Central Government’s law-making process for the Union Territory of Chandigarh is still under consideration with the Government. In a social media post, the Ministry said no final decision has been taken on this proposal. It said, the proposal in no way seeks to alter Chandigarh’s governance or administrative structure, nor does it aim to change the traditional …

Not Decided Yet, Says Centre After Its Move To Bring Chandigarh Under Article 240 Sparks Outrage

Chandigarh: A political firestorm has erupted as the central government has proposed bringing the Union Territory of Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution, a move that would grant the President regulatory powers over the city. Currently, Chandigarh is administered by the Governor of Punjab and serves as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. Following an outrage over the same, Home Ministry on Sunday stated that the proposal only t…