Himachal Pradesh Bill Targets Panchayat Election Candidates with Criminal Charges
A new bill, the Himachal Pradesh Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill 2026, introduces stricter disqualification criteria for Panchayat elections, targeting those with charges under the NDPS Act related to heroin trade. It aims to protect grassroots democracy and includes provisions against land encroachment and financial misconduct.
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The Himachal Pradesh legislative assembly introduced a significant bill Wednesday, focusing on electoral disqualification criteria for Panchayat candidates involved in serious criminal activities.
The Himachal Pradesh Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill 2026 aims to maintain the integrity of local governance by banning individuals charged under the NDPS Act for heroin-related offenses, commonly referred to as 'chitta' trade.
The bill also addresses issues of land encroachment, financial irregularities, and conflicts of interest, while proposing a reduction in quorum requirements for gram sabha meetings.
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