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2025-09-10 09:08:13.0

  • SG: he is not a super chief minister, neither he is expected as said by Dr Singhvi. One example, in Punjab water dispute, an agreement was entered into by GOI, Punjab, Rajasthan and Haryana. A part was going to Pakistan, so it had cross-border issue and federal issues and the agreement was sought to be cancelled, and the Governor granted his assent. Thereafter, Punjab filed a suit.

    I am suggesting, in a situation like this, he is duty bound to withhold assent or refer to the President. Ultimately, Hon'ble President made a reference to this Court.

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