SHILLONG, APR 20: The BJP will emerge as a “much bigger political player” in Meghalaya by 2028 and continue expanding its footprint across the North East, BJP national secretary and Meghalaya in-charge Anil Antony said on Monday.
“In 2028, you can expect the BJP to be a much bigger political player in the state of Meghalaya also,” Antony told reporters.
He pointed to the party’s growth in the region over the past few years.
“In the last few years, across the North East, the BJP has been expanding our footprints. Many years back in the NE, the party did not have a single seat. Now 7 of the 8 states are governed by the NDA including Meghalaya,” he said.
“In four states, BJP is the largest party including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Tripura and in other states, the party is also expanding its footprints. So you will definitely see the party expanding and get more representatives here,” Antony added.
On the party’s ambition in the state, he stated, “Like in any other states, the party is aspiring to be number one in Meghalaya also.”
Asked about the postponed Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) polls, Antony said the BJP was poll-ready and expects to improve its tally.
“We are very confident. The ADC elections in Garo Hills have been postponed but the BJP was fully prepared for that election before the unfortunate turn of events. We were one of the first parties to announce candidates for the election,” he said.
“In 29 seats, almost every seat (except in) three or four we have announced our candidates and our candidates are on the ground. Last time, we had two seats there. This time, we will definitely improve our performance,” Antony said.
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