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Chandigarh: Political tensions in Punjab have intensified after the Centre indicated its intention to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution, a provision that would allow the President to directly frame regulations for the Union Territory. Though the Central government clarified on Sunday that no final decision has been taken and that any move will follow consultations with all stakeholders, the proposal has triggered strong opposition across the political spectrum in Punjab. The AAP and Congress have denounced the idea, calling it “anti-Punjab” and an attempt to dilute the state’s historical and political claims over Chandigarh.

Leaders in Punjab argue that placing Chandigarh under Article 240, a provisi

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