India

Centre Plans Uniform Civil Code Rollout Before 2029

Published: 14 September 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Sunday that BJP‑led NDA governments in 21 states will introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before 2029. He said the move is part of the alliance’s broader agenda and will be implemented through state legislatures.

Key Takeaways

The statement signals the NDA’s intent to make UCC a nationwide reality within the next five years, positioning it as a major political and legislative priority ahead of the 2029 general elections.

Sources

HT, TOI