Chhattisgarh withdraws order barring government employees from party membership

On 2026-04-23, the Chhattisgarh government in Raipur withdrew a circular that had barred government officers and employees from holding political posts or participating in political activities. The article says the order was withdrawn within 24 hours of issuance after facing criticism. This is a unilateral easing of an administrative restriction rather than a signed agreement or meeting.