
The government of puducherry (formerly Pondicherry) has taken a proactive decision. The state, which is currently a union territory, has an assembly. Moreover... elections are also held every five years. Democratic governments are also formed. But, what is the use... Sometime after the end of british rule.. this state along with all the states (including all Union Territories) could not be a part of the government of India. It was later merged. There is an argument that the Center itself is doing the digging here. Due to this, the people of puducherry have been demanding statehood for decades. Twice in every five years... seeking statehood.. the assembly passes a resolution and sends it to the center. The Center is not accepting it. However.. without persistence.. efforts are going on.
