8 UDP MLAs Join BJP, Making It 2nd Largest Political Party In Meghalaya
Eight legislators from Meghalaya's United Democratic Party have joined the BJP, significantly altering the state's political landscape. This move makes the BJP the second-largest party in the Meghalaya Assembly ahead of the 2028 elections.
Why it matters
This realignment shifts the balance of power in Meghalaya and reflects the BJP's ongoing efforts to expand its influence in Northeast India.
Eight of the United Democratic Party (UDP) legislators joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in New Delhi on Wednesday, marking a major political realignment in Meghalaya after months of discussions between the legislators and the BJP leadership.The eight legislators are Lahkmen Rymbui (Amlarem), former minister Kyrmen Shylla (Khliehriat), Olan Singh Suin (Mawsynram), Mathew Beyondstar Kurbah (Mawphlang), Mayralborn Syiem (Nongpoh), Pius Marwein (Ranikor), Synshar Thabah (Sohiong) and Balajied Synrem (Shella).The legislators joined the BJP in the presence of senior party leaders, with BJP national spokesperson and senior leader Sambit Patra addressing a press conference in New Delhi on the development.The development comes after weeks of political…
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