Current Affairs - Banking - Discussion

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025 proposes placing Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Indian Constitution, marking a major shift in its governance structure. Article 240 empowers the President to frame regulations for specific Union Territories, particularly those without legislative assemblies. By including Chandigarh within its scope, the amendment aims to align the city’s administration with other UTs governed directly through Presidential regulations. This transition may also enable the appointment of an independent Administrator for Chandigarh, moving away from the longstanding arrangement where the Governor of Punjab oversees the Union Territory. The proposal carries notable administrative, constitutional, and political implications, especially concerning Centre–State relations and federal balance.