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Centre extends five state laws to Chandigarh including tenancy stamp duty and fire safety
Politics
Published on 7 May 2026
Tenancy and stamp duty rules are getting revamped now
The Centre has extended five state laws to the Union Territory of Chandigarh, aiming to modernise the legal framework, improve transparency, and make daily life and business smoother. The changes introduce updates around stamp duty, property records, tenancy, fire safety, and measures to prevent human smuggling, with the broader goal of closing legal gaps and boosting governance efficiency.
- Five state laws have been extended to Chandigarh’s legal system
- Updates include stamp duty property records tenancy and fire safety
- New provisions target gaps in enforcement and governance efficiency
- Reforms are designed to simplify compliance for residents and businesses
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