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Three UDP legislators expelled ahead of their switch to NPP in Meghalaya
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 03:01 AM
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Three United Democratic Party (UDP) legislators were expelled in Meghalaya before they could join the National People's Party (NPP).
Meghalaya's United Democratic Party (UDP) announced the expulsion of three of its sitting legislators on Wednesday, citing their imminent defection to the National People's Party (NPP). The party said the move was taken to uphold discipline and prevent further erosion of its legislative strength.
The three MLAs, whose names were not disclosed in the brief statement, had reportedly expressed intent to resign from UDP and align with the NPP, which currently leads the state coalition government. UDP officials described the planned shift as a breach of party loyalty.
Political analysts note that the expulsions could alter the balance of power in the state assembly, where the NPP relies on support from smaller parties and independents. The UDP, once a dominant regional force, has been losing ground in recent elections.
The expelled legislators are expected to file formal applications to join the NPP, which has not yet confirmed their membership. Both parties have urged the public to focus on governance issues rather than internal party disputes.
The development adds another chapter to Meghalaya's fluid political landscape, where party realignments are common ahead of upcoming legislative sessions.
The three MLAs, whose names were not disclosed in the brief statement, had reportedly expressed intent to resign from UDP and align with the NPP, which currently leads the state coalition government. UDP officials described the planned shift as a breach of party loyalty.
Political analysts note that the expulsions could alter the balance of power in the state assembly, where the NPP relies on support from smaller parties and independents. The UDP, once a dominant regional force, has been losing ground in recent elections.
The expelled legislators are expected to file formal applications to join the NPP, which has not yet confirmed their membership. Both parties have urged the public to focus on governance issues rather than internal party disputes.
The development adds another chapter to Meghalaya's fluid political landscape, where party realignments are common ahead of upcoming legislative sessions.