The Rajasthan BJP government has annulled nine districts created during the Congress regime

Rajasthan BJP Government Revokes Creation of Nine Districts, Stirring Debate Across the State

In a bold administrative move, the Rajasthan BJP government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, has annulled the creation of nine districts and three divisions that were established during the tenure of the Congress party. This decision, made official on December 28, 2024, is set to redefine the administrative boundaries in the state, reducing the number of districts to 41 and divisions to seven.

The nine districts affected by this decision include Dudu, Kekri, Shahpura, Neemkathana, Gangapur City, Jaipur Rural, Jodhpur Rural, Anupgarh, and Sanchore, while divisions like Pali, Sikar, and Banswara have also been dissolved. This move is expected to streamline the administrative process, but has sparked a series of debates and concerns across the state.

Critics of the previous Congress administration, including Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel, argue that the creation of these new districts was hasty and lacked proper infrastructure planning. Patel emphasized that the new districts had been set up without adequate resources, including staffing, office infrastructure, and necessary budget allocations. He expressed that the decision was made more for political gain than for administrative efficiency.

In contrast, former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot defended his government’s decision, stating that the creation of new districts was aimed at decentralizing governance, ensuring that development reached remote areas, and improving the ease of public administration. Gehlot expressed concerns that reversing these districts could slow down progress in these regions and leave the local population feeling neglected.

The move has sparked mixed reactions from the public. Residents of the affected areas are upset, fearing that the dissolution of these districts could lead to a loss of focus on local development. Meanwhile, others argue that the decision might be a necessary step toward better resource management and a more balanced approach to administration.

As the state government works to implement this new restructuring, there are assurances that efforts will be made to ensure public services remain unaffected, and that the transition will be managed carefully. Additionally, the government has announced plans to reorganize local governing bodies, including Zila Parishads and Gram Panchayats, to adapt to the new administrative structure.

This decision marks a significant shift in Rajasthan’s political landscape and has reignited discussions about the complexities of administrative boundaries and their real-world impact on local communities. With both supporters and critics voicing strong opinions, the debate is far from over.