Punjab BJP Chief Affirms Chandigarh as "Integral Part of Punjab" Amid Constitutional Amendment Controversy

Nov 23, 2025 05:28 pm CST

Amid political tensions over the Centre's plans to place Chandigarh under direct Presidential control through Article 240, Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has reassured citizens that "Chandigarh is an integral part of Punjab." The proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 has sparked strong opposition from Punjab political leaders across parties, who maintain that Punjab's right to its capital city is non-negotiable.