New law to define L-G, Delhi Govt’s role: MHA

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, April 29

The Centre today asserted that amendments to the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) Act did not in any way alter the constitutional and legal responsibilities of the elected government to take necessary action related to subjects mentioned in the state and concurrent lists.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said in a statement the amendments were “consistent with the existing legal and constitutional provisions, and were in line with the judgments of the Supreme Court dated July 4, 2018, and February 14, 2019”.

The MHA stressed the objective of the GNCTD (Amendment) Act was to make it more relevant to the needs of the Capital, further define the responsibilities of the elected government and the Lt Governor and create a harmonious relationship between the legislature and the executive.

“The amendment will ensure better governance in the NCT of Delhi and lead to improved implementation of schemes and programmes meant for the common people of Delhi,” it said.