40 years ago, July 11, 1986: Another panel on transfer likely
The much-awaited transfer of Chandigarh to Punjab and areas in lieu of the city to Haryana on July 15 is once again being deferred at the request of the Punjab Chief Minister, Surjit Singh Barnala.
The Centre may appoint another commission to identify the areas to be transferred from Punjab to Haryana. (Archive)
The much-awaited transfer of Chandigarh to Punjab and areas in lieu of the city to Haryana on July 15 is once again being deferred at the request of the Punjab Chief Minister, Surjit Singh Barnala. The Centre may appoint another commission to identify the areas to be transferred from Punjab to Haryana.
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The Centre may appoint another commission to identify the areas to be transferred from Punjab to Haryana. (Archive) 
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