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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Nagaland: All seven NCP MLAs join ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party
All seven Nationalist Congress Party ( NCP ) MLAs in Nagaland on Tuesday merged with the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP), further consolidating the party's dominance in the 60-member Nagaland Legislative Assembly . This development boosts the NDPP's strength from 25 to 32 seats, giving Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio 's party a clear majority in the Assembly. The Nagaland NCP had previously aligned itself with the Ajit Pawar-led faction following the party's split. However, the state unit's seven MLAs have now chosen to merge with the NDPP. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Also Read: I am going nowhere, will work with renewed vigour to make Bengal violence-free: Guv Assembly Speaker Sharingain Longkumer issued an order confirming that the seven MLAs presented themselves before him and submitted formal letters expressing their decision to join the NDPP. Live Events The MLAs involved in the merger are Namri Nchang (Tening), Picto Shohe (Atoizu), Y Mhonbemo Humtsoe (Wokha Town), Y Mankhao Konyak (Mon Town), A Pongshi Phom (Longleng), P Longon (Noklak), and S Toiho Yeptho (Suruhoto). The Speaker affirmed that the merger met constitutional requirements under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution and approved it, directing the assembly secretariat to update official records accordingly. State Minister KG Kenye commented on Saturday, 'This evening, the seven NCP MLAs submitted their merger application to the Speaker, who has graciously accepted it. With this, the NDPP's strength in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly rises from 25 to 32 members.' Also Read: Unease around ups and downs of Akash Anand's political journey natural: Mayawati He added, 'This development strengthens the hands of our CM and the functioning of the government.' When asked about a possible cabinet reshuffle , Kenye said, 'That prerogative lies solely with the CM. We hope to meet him soon, and such questions are best posed to him directly.' Alongside the NDPP's 32 and BJP's 12 MLAs, the Assembly comprises five from the National People's Party (NPP), two each from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), Naga People's Front, and Republican Party of India (Athawale), one JD(U) MLA, and four Independents.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Punjab speaker seeks SAD rebel MLA Sukhi's response on July 29
Banga MLA Dr Sukhwinder Sukhi, who is facing a disqualification plea for defecting from the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been called by the Punjab Vidhan Sabha speaker for a hearing on July 29. The two-time MLA, who switched from the SAD to the AAP in August last year, will be given a chance to 'present his side'. The ruling party appointed Sukhi as the state vice-president for the Doaba zone on Saturday. According to the Tenth Schedule, included in the Constitution in 1985 and popularly known as the anti-defection law, a member can be disqualified if he or she voluntarily gives up membership of a party. Advocate HC Arora has filed a petition before the assembly speaker on the matter. Punjab Vidhan Sabha speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan said the member has been asked to present his side. 'Dr Sukhi is an honourable member of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, and he has the same legal rights as all other members,' the speaker said in response to a question about the status of the petition against the legislator during a press conference held here. Sukhi was scheduled to appear for a hearing on May 27, but since the speaker was not available that day, he was given a new date, said an official of the state assembly. Sukhi was inducted into the party by chief minister and AAP state chief Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh on August 14, 2024. He was later appointed as chairman of the Punjab State Container and Warehousing Corporation (CONWARE). A doctor by profession, he first got elected to the state assembly from Banga seat in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar in the 2017 elections on a SAD ticket. He was again elected as a legislator in 2022.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Seven NCP MLAs join NDPP in Nagaland: Ajit Pawar cites ‘discontent', rules out Anti-Defection Law
In a major political setback for Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), all the seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland have defected to the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) of Nagaland. Joining of the NCP MLAs have increased the strength of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio's party in the state assembly, giving the NDPP a clear majority on its own. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Ajit Pawar confirmed the development and acknowledged that the seven MLAs had been expressing discontent over the lack of development work and political traction in the state. 'About two to three months ago, the seven MLAs from our Nagaland unit had come to meet me. They told me that they are facing issues there. no work was being done for them on the ground,' Pawar said. 'I even spoke to the Chief Minister there regarding their concerns. Yes, there was discontent among them, that much is true,' he said further adding that he will take more information on it. 'Over the past two days, I was unwell, so don't have much information about it. but now I have begun gathering more detailed information about the developments in Nagaland,' he said. Pawar also clarified that the anti-defection law would not apply in this case, as all seven legislators have defected collectively, thus fulfilling the legal condition for exemption under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. 'Since all seven MLAs have joined the ruling party together, the anti-defection law does not come into effect,' he noted. With the defection of all the seven MLAs Ajit Pawar-led NCP will have no representation in the Nagaland Assembly.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
7 Ajit Pawar MLAs In Nagaland Join Ruling Party, Give Neiphiu Rio Absolute Majority
Kohima: All seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland joined the ruling NDPP on Saturday, giving the CM Neiphiu Rio-led party an absolute majority in the 60-member assembly. With this merger, the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party's (NDPP) tally increased from 25 to 32. The NCP's Nagaland unit had sided with the Ajit Pawar-led faction after the party split. NCP emerged as the third-largest party in the state in the 2023 assembly elections, after the NDPP and its ally BJP, which won 12 seats. According to an order issued by Speaker Sharingain Longkumer, the seven MLAs presented themselves and submitted formal letters, stating their decision to merge with the NDPP. These MLAs are Namri Nchang of Tening, Picto Shohe of Atoizu, Y Mhonbemo Humtsoe of Wokha Town, Y Mankhao Konyak of Mon Town, A Pongshi Phom of Longleng, P Longon of Noklak, and S Toiho Yeptho of Suruhoto. The speaker noted that the merger met the constitutional requirement under the Tenth Schedule. In line with the Members of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (Disqualification on Ground of Defection) Rules, 2019, the speaker approved the merger and directed the assembly secretariat to update party affiliation records accordingly, the order said. The NCP MLAs were supporting the NDPP-BJP government just like the other smaller parties, as there is no opposition in the state assembly. Addressing a press conference, state minister KG Kenye said, "This evening, the seven NCP MLAs submitted their merger application to the speaker, who has graciously accepted it. With this, the NDPP's strength in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly rises from 25 to 32 members." He emphasised that the NDPP's increased strength will further reinforce the leadership of Chief Minister Rio and help the government serve the people more effectively. "This development strengthens the hands of our CM and the functioning of the government," said Kenye, who is also the government spokesperson. Asked how this merger could impact seat-sharing arrangements within the ruling alliance, he stressed that "no permanent formula exists". "Every election brings its own dynamics, and accordingly, arrangements, including seat-sharing, may need to be re-evaluated," he said. On the possibility of a cabinet reshuffle, the minister said, "That prerogative lies solely with the CM. We hope to meet him soon, and such questions are best posed to him directly." Kenye said that while the NCP is a national party, its broad-based agenda may not fully align with the state-centric needs of Nagaland. "Being part of a national party, they are often bound by nationwide priorities, limiting their ability to focus on local issues. In contrast, the NDPP, though national in outlook, remains deeply rooted as a regional party with a strong commitment to local interests," he said. The leadership of CM Rio and the overall direction of the present government played a significant role in attracting the MLAs, he added. NCP leaders in the state and the MLAs who switched sides could not be reached for a comment. Apart from 32 NDPP and 12 BJP MLAs, the state assembly has five NPP legislators, two members each of the LJP (Ram Vilas), Naga People's Front and RPI (Athawale), a JD(U) MLA and four Independents.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland join NDPP, give CM Rio absolute majority in assembly
All seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland joined the ruling NDPP on Saturday, giving the CM Neiphiu Rio-led party an absolute majority in the 60-member assembly. With this merger, the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party's (NDPP) tally increased from 25 to 32. The NCP's Nagaland unit had sided with the Ajit Pawar-led faction after the party split. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Historic Figures Who Were Actually Photographed Gloriousa Undo NCP emerged as the third-largest party in the state in the 2023 assembly elections, after the NDPP and its ally BJP, which won 12 seats. According to an order issued by Speaker Sharingain Longkumer, the seven MLAs presented themselves and submitted formal letters, stating their decision to merge with the NDPP. Live Events These MLAs are Namri Nchang of Tening, Picto Shohe of Atoizu, Y Mhonbemo Humtsoe of Wokha Town, Y Mankhao Konyak of Mon Town, A Pongshi Phom of Longleng, P Longon of Noklak, and S Toiho Yeptho of Suruhoto. The speaker noted that the merger met the constitutional requirement under the Tenth Schedule. In line with the Members of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (Disqualification on Ground of Defection) Rules, 2019, the speaker approved the merger and directed the assembly secretariat to update party affiliation records accordingly, the order said. The NCP MLAs were supporting the NDPP-BJP government just like the other smaller parties, as there is no opposition in the state assembly. Addressing a press conference, state minister KG Kenye said, "This evening, the seven NCP MLAs submitted their merger application to the speaker, who has graciously accepted it. With this, the NDPP's strength in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly rises from 25 to 32 members." He emphasised that the NDPP's increased strength will further reinforce the leadership of Chief Minister Rio and help the government serve the people more effectively. "This development strengthens the hands of our CM and the functioning of the government," said Kenye, who is also the government spokesperson. Asked how this merger could impact seat-sharing arrangements within the ruling alliance, he stressed that "no permanent formula exists". "Every election brings its own dynamics, and accordingly, arrangements, including seat-sharing, may need to be re-evaluated," he said. On the possibility of a cabinet reshuffle, the minister said, "That prerogative lies solely with the CM. We hope to meet him soon, and such questions are best posed to him directly." Kenye said that while the NCP is a national party, its broad-based agenda may not fully align with the state-centric needs of Nagaland. "Being part of a national party, they are often bound by nationwide priorities, limiting their ability to focus on local issues. In contrast, the NDPP, though national in outlook, remains deeply rooted as a regional party with a strong commitment to local interests," he said. The leadership of CM Rio and the overall direction of the present government played a significant role in attracting the MLAs, he added. NCP leaders in the state and the MLAs who switched sides could not be reached for a comment. Apart from 32 NDPP and 12 BJP MLAs, the state assembly has five NPP legislators, two members each of the LJP (Ram Vilas), Naga People's Front and RPI (Athawale), a JD(U) MLA and four Independents.
