On November 1, 1956, an important milestone was reached in the history of Delhi when it was designated as a Union Territory of the Indian Union. This decision had significant implications for the governance and administration of Delhi.
Before this change, Delhi was a part of the state of Punjab. However, on November 1, 1956, the States Reorganization Act of 1956 came into effect, leading to the reorganization of states and union territories in India. Delhi was designated as a separate Union Territory, distinct from any state, and it came under the direct administration of the central government.
This change was significant because it paved the way for the development and expansion of Delhi as the capital of India. The Union Territory status allowed for more direct control by the central government over the administration of the city, which was necessary to meet the unique requirements of a national capital. Eventually, in 1992, the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi was created, which gave Delhi its own legislative assembly and government while still maintaining its status as a Union Territory with certain administrative powers vested in the Lieutenant Governor.
Over the years, Delhi has continued to evolve as a major political, cultural, and economic center of India, and the decision to make it a Union Territory played a crucial role in its development and governance.
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