BJP Announces First List of 17 Candidates for Meghalaya District Council Polls
First Published: 21st January, 2025 15:58 IST
With the announcement of its first list, the BJP has set the stage for a competitive electoral battle in Meghalaya’s autonomous councils.
With elections to the Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Councils in Meghalaya set for 21 February, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its first list of candidates. The party has finalised 14 candidates for the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and three for the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC).
State BJP Vice President Khrawboklang Basaiawmoit released the names of the candidates. For the KHADC, notable nominations include Himanta Timung for Jirang, Manin Raja for Nongpoh, Hopingstone Marsharing for Mawhati, and Brighstarfield Khongwir for Umsning. Other key candidates include Elvisstar Kharbudon (Langkyrdem-Laitkroh), Councellor Mukhim (Mawkynrew), Ebren Khongthah (Nongshken), and Daniella Nonglait (Mawlai).
In the JHADC, Heimonmitre Phawa will contest from Jowai South, Manbha Lyngdoh from Muthlong Sohkympor, and Shanbor Rymbai from Musniang Rangad.
BJP State General Secretary Wankitbok Pohshna expressed optimism about the party’s prospects, stating, “We are confident in our candidates and expect a strong performance in the upcoming elections.”
With the announcement of its first list, the BJP has set the stage for a competitive electoral battle in Meghalaya’s autonomous councils.
Also Read: UDP Announces Third List of Candidates for District Council Polls
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Brother of BSF Jawan Deepak Chingakham Who Died in Cross-Border Firing by Pakistan in Jammu Appointed ASI in Manipur Police on Compassionate Grounds
11th July 2025
Live Maikhuli Villagers Protest MoU Over Assam-Meghalaya Border, Demand Return of Fishery
11th July 2025
Live Chhangur Baba Received Rs 500 Crore in Foreign Funds for Illegal Conversions: Anti-Terror Squad
11th July 2025
Live Taiwan Detects 9 Chinese Warships, 1 Aircraft Breaching ADIZ Amid Rising Tensions
11th July 2025
WE RECOMMEND
Maikhuli Villagers Protest MoU Over Assam-Meghalaya Border, Demand Return of Fishery
At the heart of the protest lies the contentious inclusion of the village's long-maintained fishery within Assam’s territory under the MoU.
11th July 2025
Shubhanshu Shukla Speaks to Students from Assam and Meghalaya from Space, Tells Them He Will Guide Them To Become Astronauts, Walk on the Moon
The Indian astronaut connected with the students using amateur (Ham) radio, making it a rare and inspiring moment.
11th July 2025
Shillong Cantonment to Finally Get Building Bye-Laws After 53 Years; Draft Sent to Defence Ministry for Approval
As per the approved draft, residential buildings along motorable roads can go up to Ground plus 3 (G+3) floors.
11th July 2025
Centre Sanctions Rs 1,066 Cr For Flood And Landslide Hit Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya and Mizoram
These states have experienced heavy rainfall, massive flooding, and multiple landslides during this monsoon season.
10th July 2025
Shillong Gets Its First Mall: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates Rs 100 Cr Polo Commercial Complex
Meghalaya: Rooftop solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems further underline the eco-conscious vision of the project.
10th July 2025