Chhattisgarh Limits Proxy Representation

In a significant decision, the Chhattisgarh government has ruled that family members of elected women representatives in urban bodies cannot act as their proxies. This decision is expected to promote greater participation and empowerment of women in local governance. The move is seen as a step towards ensuring that the spirit of women's reservation in urban local bodies is upheld. By restricting proxy representation, the government aims to prevent misuse of power and ensure that women representatives are directly involved in decision-making processes.