Rajasthan Government Faces Backlash Over Decision to Cancel Nine Districts
The BJP-led state government annulled districts and divisions created by the previous Congress administration, prompting widespread protests and political opposition.
- The Rajasthan cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, annulled nine districts and three divisions formed by the previous Congress government, citing lack of proper planning and infrastructure.
- Protests erupted across the state, including in Neem-Ka-Thana, Gangapur City, and Sanchore, with market shutdowns, effigy burnings, and road blockades reported in multiple areas.
- The Congress party and local leaders criticized the decision as politically motivated, announcing plans for statewide demonstrations to demand the restoration of the districts.
- The BJP government justified the move based on recommendations from a review committee, arguing that the districts were created hastily without adhering to administrative and financial norms.
- The decision reduces Rajasthan’s administrative structure to 41 districts and seven divisions, reversing part of the expansion initiated by the previous administration to improve governance in smaller units.
Free Press Journal 
Hindustan Times 
