What do Centre's new recruitment rules for BBMB mean for Punjab, Haryana?

New Power Ministry notification revises eligibility for Member (Power) and Member (Irrigation), give preference to Punjab and Haryana officers but end earlier state dominance

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New Delhi, Updated At : 06:03 AM Apr 15, 2026 IST

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The Ministry of Power on Monday notified key amendments to the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) Rules, 1974, revising the eligibility criteria for two senior technical positions — Member (Irrigation) and Member (Power) — within the board.

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What do Centre's new recruitment rules for BBMB mean for Punjab, Haryana?

New Power Ministry notification revises eligibility for Member (Power) and Member (Irrigation), give preference to Punjab and Haryana officers but end earlier state dominance

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Tribune News Service

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