Centre's Move to Bring Chandigarh Under Article 240 Sparks Political Uproar in Punjab

Nov 23, 2025 02:28 pm CST

The Indian government's proposal to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 through the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 has ignited fierce opposition from Punjab's political leadership across party lines. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and opposition leaders have united against what they describe as an attempt to weaken Punjab's claim over its capital, highlighting the historical tensions surrounding Chandigarh's status as a shared capital between Punjab and Haryana.