Union Home Ministry Clarifies No Final Decision on Chandigarh Status Amid Political Controversy

Nov 23, 2025 05:09 pm CST

The Union Home Ministry has issued a clarification stating no final decision has been made regarding Chandigarh's status under Article 240 of the Constitution, following widespread political opposition from Punjab parties. The proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 had triggered concerns about changing the Union Territory's governance structure, with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and other political leaders strongly opposing any move to alter Chandigarh's relationship with Punjab.