Punjab Governor Reserves Controversial Bills for President’s Review

Governor Banwarilal Purohit of Punjab has taken the step of reserving three pivotal Bills passed by the Punjab Vidhan Sabha for the consideration of President Droupadi Murmu. The Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment) Bill, 2023, Punjab Universities Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and Punjab Police (Amendment) Bill, 2023 are at the core of a heated dispute between Purohit and the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government in Punjab.

These Bills, marked by controversy, have triggered a significant impasse between the Governor and the state government. Purohit’s decision to reserve these Bills for presidential review marks a critical juncture in the evolving dynamics of governance in Punjab. The outcome of the presidential consideration holds paramount importance in determining the direction of these contentious legislative changes within the state.