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Chandigarh Admn plans to decriminalise minor violations, repeal 50 outdated laws

In a major administrative reform aimed at moving away from colonial-era criminal provisions, the UT Administration, in coordination with the Union Ministry of Law and Justice, has finalised…

Chandigarh Admn plans to decriminalise minor violations, repeal 50 outdated laws
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In a major administrative reform aimed at moving away from colonial-era criminal provisions, the UT Administration, in coordination with the Union Ministry of Law and Justice, has finalised the draft of the Chandigarh Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026.

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