Overview

• Dr. Jemino Mawthoh tendered his immediate resignation on May 31 as United Democratic Party general secretary and Honorary Adviser to the Meghalaya government.
• He ends more than 15 years in UDP leadership, including roles as working president from 2014 and general secretary since 2016.
• UDP president Metbah Lyngdoh and working president Paul Lyngdoh have confirmed receipt of his resignation without commenting on his motives.
• Sources report the BJP would welcome his entry while the ruling National People’s Party is also said to be exploring approaches.
• Observers say his departure is expected to reshape Meghalaya Democratic Alliance dynamics ahead of the 2026 Rajya Sabha and 2028 Assembly polls.