L-G would be final authority in proposed U.T.-level body in Ladakh, says Centre’s proposal
The Centre's proposal for a new constitutional arrangement in Ladakh states that the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) would be the final authority on any regulations made by the proposed Union Territory-level elected body. The draft also explores options for delimitation of constituencies and reserving seats for women in the new body, in response to demands from civil society groups.
Why it matters
This proposal outlines the future governance structure of Ladakh, a region that became a UT after the revocation of Article 370, and could significantly impact its political autonomy and the balance of power between local elected representatives and the central government's appointee.
L-G would be final authority in proposed U.T.-level body in Ladakh, says Centre’s proposal left Incumbent Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena. PTI @lg_ladakh https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/23nduq/article71604486.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI10_16_2026_000505B.jpg - **EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Oct. 16, 2026, Lt. Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena addresses a public gathering following the declaration of Sankoo as the 8th district of Ladakh, in Sankoo. (@lg_ladakh/X via PTI Photo)(PTI10_16_2026_000505B) The draft, accessed by The Hindu asks, whether the delimitation of constituencies for the elected body will be done by an election authority or a Delimitation Commission; it also explores multiple options, including reserving one-third or up to 50% of the seats in the proposed body for women NEW DELHI The draft proposed by the Centre for a unique constitutional arrangement in Ladakh says that the Lieutenant Governor (L-G) would be the final authority on any regulation made by the Union Territory-level elected…
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