Overview
- Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma, TIPRA Motha’s Pradyot Manikya and former BJP spokesperson Mmhonlumo Kikon announced a new political entity in New Delhi on November 4.
- The leaders set up a nine-member committee, convened by NPP president James Sangma, to propose the entity’s structure and membership within 45 days.
- Stated priorities include land rights for indigenous people, protection of Sixth Schedule autonomy, action against illegal migration and addressing racial discrimination against Northeastern communities.
- Sangma said the effort seeks a single platform to work with the Centre rather than oppose it, noting that NPP and TIPRA remain BJP allies even as they pursue a unified regional voice.
- Details on mergers and the full roster of partners remain open, with figures such as Daniel Langthasa involved and critics like Meghalaya’s VPP questioning the plan’s political logic for local tribals.