Ladakh Local Body Elections: Opposition by Civil Society Groups and Demand for Constitutional Safeguards

13 Nov 2026

Context: The Lieutenant Governor-led administration of Ladakh has announced elections to Hill Development Councils, Panchayats and Municipal Bodies.Panchayat and municipal elections are scheduled for November 21, while Hill Council elections will be...

Appointment of CEC and Election Commissioners: Lessons from the UN

03 Oct 2026

Context: The appointment process of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) has become important in the context of concerns over the institutional independence and credibility of the Election Commission of India (ECI).T...