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Eight Meghalaya UDP MLAs Join BJP in New Delhi
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🗓 26 Sep 2026, 03:15 PM
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Eight legislators from Meghalaya’s United Democratic Party formally entered the Bharatiya Janata Party during a ceremony in New Delhi.
In a notable political shift, eight sitting members of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly belonging to the United Democratic Party (UDP) have officially become members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in a ceremony held in New Delhi.
The event was attended by senior BJP leaders who welcomed the new entrants and highlighted the party’s expanding footprint in the North‑East region.
Analysts say the defection could alter the dynamics of Meghalaya’s state politics, where the UDP has traditionally been a key regional player and a coalition partner in the state government.
The move may also strengthen the BJP’s position ahead of upcoming state elections, as it seeks to consolidate support beyond its traditional strongholds.
The event was attended by senior BJP leaders who welcomed the new entrants and highlighted the party’s expanding footprint in the North‑East region.
Analysts say the defection could alter the dynamics of Meghalaya’s state politics, where the UDP has traditionally been a key regional player and a coalition partner in the state government.
The move may also strengthen the BJP’s position ahead of upcoming state elections, as it seeks to consolidate support beyond its traditional strongholds.