Chandigarh
CHANDIGARH
Beneficiary Oriented Solution - State
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From 1952 to 1966 (the year Haryana was carved out of Punjab) Chandigarh was the capital of Punjab. Citizens of the city were represented in the state's Legislative Assembly and a Chief Commissioner headed the local administration. While Punjab had remained undivided, Chandigarh, like other large cities of India, fitted into the larger framework of the state administration. When Punjab was divided, both Punjab and Haryana claimed the new city for its capital.
Project Details
Brief Background
Pending resolution of the issue the Central Government made Chandigarh a Union Territory (under Section 4 of the Punjab Re-Organisation Act 1966 with effect from November 1 1966) with its administration functioning directly under the Central Government. Under the provisions of this Act the laws in force in the erstwhile State of Punjab prior to November 1 1966 continue to be applicable to the Union Territory of Chandigarh.
Objective
The practice of appointing an Administrator of the UT designated as Chief Commissioner continued up to May 31 1984. There after on June 1 1984 the Governor of Punjab took over the direct administration of the Union Territory as the Administrator. Chief Commissioner was redesignated as Adviser to the Administrator . Ever since June 1984 the Governor of Punjab has been functioning as the Administrator of Union Territory of Chandigarh.
Benefits
The city of Chandigarh is planned to human scale. It puts in touch with the infinite cosmos and nature. It provides us with places and buildings for all human activities in which the citizens can live a full and harmonious life. Here the radiance of nature and heart are within our reach.
Implementation Methodology
The landscaping of this city bases on careful observation of the vegetation of India. Selected ornamental trees shrubs and climbers have been planted according of colour schemes to beautify it. In future planting and replacement these principles must be kept in view. There should be no haphazard replacement so that the avenues retain their harmony and beauty.Implementing Agency Details
Name of implement agency
Chandigarh Administration
