India, Oct. 14 -- The Centre has proposed an amendment to the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, to restructure the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), a move that could dilute Punjab's role in the interstate body.

At present, Punjab and Haryana have a permanent member each in BBMB. However, the Centre has proposed to increase it to four by giving representation to Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan as well, according to a letter sent by the Union ministry of power to the four state governments. HT has reviewed a copy of the letter. The Centre has sought feedback from the states on the proposed amendment.

According to the proposed amendment to Section 79(2)(a) of the Act, BBMB will comprise a whole-time chairperson and four whole-time member...