Maharashtra extends deadline for caste validity certificates by 12 months

Maharashtra extends the deadline for submitting caste validity certificates by 12 months for candidates contesting local body elections on reserved seats. This decision, formalized through an ordinance, addresses delays in certificate issuance by verification committees, preventing disqualification of elected members. With over 11,000 applications pending, this extension ensures smooth functioning of local bodies and prevents unjust removal of members.

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