Centre Reveals Acts Applicable in Chandigarh

In a significant revelation, the Centre has disclosed the number of state-specific laws applicable in Chandigarh. As per the information shared with the Lok Sabha, a total of 238 Acts enacted by the Punjab state legislature are currently in effect in the city. Additionally, 7 Acts passed by the Haryana state legislature are also applicable in Chandigarh. This information highlights the unique legal framework governing the city, which is a union territory but also serves as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana. The applicability of these state-specific laws in Chandigarh underscores the city's complex administrative structure.