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Chandigarh Land Dispute: Punjab vs. Haryana
Punjab and Haryana are arguing over a piece of land in Chandigarh.
Haryana wants to build a new government building there, but Punjab says no because they believe Chandigarh belongs only to Punjab.
The central government recently said no to Haryana's request, agreeing with Punjab.
This is a big deal because Chandigarh is very important to Punjab's history and identity.
The land Haryana offered in exchange was not good, and building new things in the current government building area is not allowed.
This fight has been going on for a long time, and many people in Punjab feel hurt and let down by past promises.
The Union MHA rejected Haryana's proposal to secure land in Chandigarh for a new assembly building.
Punjab argues Chandigarh cannot be further alienated from its territorial identity.
Haryana proposed a land swap, but the offered land was deemed unsuitable.
Amit Shah advised Haryana to drop the matter due to political and legal sensitivity.
Punjab and Haryana currently share the Vidhan Sabha in the Capitol Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Who
- Punjab and Haryana governments, Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
- What
- Dispute over land in Chandigarh for Haryana's additional assembly building
- Where
- Chandigarh, India
- When
- Recent rejection by MHA, proposal announced in July 2022
- Why
- Punjab argues Chandigarh cannot be alienated from its territorial identity; Haryana seeks additional assembly space
Punjab's Stance
Haryana's Stance
Ownership of Chandigarh
Punjab's Stance
Chandigarh belongs solely to Punjab and no land should be given to Haryana.
Haryana's Stance
Haryana seeks land in Chandigarh for constructing an additional assembly building.
Land Suitability
Punjab's Stance
The proposed land swap by Haryana was rejected due to the land being unsuitable.
Haryana's Stance
Haryana proposed a land swap, offering 12 acres in Saketri, Panchkula.
Key facts
- Land Proposed for Haryana Assembly
- 10-acre plot along Madhya Marg, Chandigarh
- Value of the Proposed Land
- ₹640 crore
- Land Offered by Haryana
- 12 acres in Saketri, Panchkula
- Legal Acts Involved
- Capital of Punjab (Development and Regulation) Act, 1952, and the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966
- Current Assembly Location
- Vidhan Sabha in the Capitol Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Quotes
Punjab government
The government of the Indian state of Punjab
“Chandigarh belongs solely to Punjab and not an inch of land will be allowed to be given to Haryana.”
thequint.com
Sources
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