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UDP withdraws support from NPP-led Meghalaya government amid mass MLA defections
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 03:16 AM
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The United Democratic Party has pulled its backing from the NPP‑led coalition in Meghalaya after a large number of legislators quit the alliance.
The United Democratic Party (UDP) announced that it is no longer supporting the NPP‑led state government in Meghalaya. The decision follows a wave of resignations and defections by several MLAs who were previously aligned with the coalition.
Party officials said the mass exodus of legislators has eroded the numerical strength of the government, making it difficult to sustain a stable majority in the state assembly. UDP leaders emphasized that the move is intended to reflect the changing political dynamics and the need for a government that can command broader consensus.
Analysts predict that the withdrawal could trigger a re‑assessment of the coalition's composition, potentially leading to a reshuffle of ministerial portfolios or even fresh elections if a viable majority cannot be re‑established. The development adds a new layer of uncertainty to Meghalaya's political landscape as parties negotiate new alignments.
Party officials said the mass exodus of legislators has eroded the numerical strength of the government, making it difficult to sustain a stable majority in the state assembly. UDP leaders emphasized that the move is intended to reflect the changing political dynamics and the need for a government that can command broader consensus.
Analysts predict that the withdrawal could trigger a re‑assessment of the coalition's composition, potentially leading to a reshuffle of ministerial portfolios or even fresh elections if a viable majority cannot be re‑established. The development adds a new layer of uncertainty to Meghalaya's political landscape as parties negotiate new alignments.