The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) stated on Sunday (November 23, 2025) that the Centre has no intention of introducing a constitutional amendment bill to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution.

It said that the proposal to simplify the Central Government’s law-making process for the Union Territory of Chandigarh is still under consideration by the Central Government.”

The MHA said, “No final decision has been made on this proposal. The proposal in no way seeks to alter Chandigarh’s governance or administrative structure, nor does it aim to change the traditional arrangements between Chandigarh and the States of Punjab or Haryana.”

“A suitable decision will be made only after adequate consultations with all stakeholders, keeping in mind the interests of Chandigarh. There

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