Meghalaya General (Lok Sabha) Elections 2024 Latest News & Live Updates

Meghalaya stands as one of the four tribal-dominated states in India's Northeastern Region, having formerly been a part of Assam. Established on January 21, 1972, its name, Meghalaya, translates to 'the abode of clouds' in Sanskrit. Bordered by Bangladesh and Assam, the state is renowned for its forestry, agriculture, and thriving tourism industry.

Meghalaya General Election 2024

Meghalaya, a state in northeastern India, has two Lok Sabha seats. These seats are Shillong Lok Sabha constituency and Tura Lok Sabha constituency.

The Lok Sabha elections in Meghalaya for 2024 are scheduled to take place on April 19, marking the first phase of voting. Consequently, there won't be multiple phases for this constituency. The deadline for filing nominations for the Lok Sabha 2024 Election was March 27, 2024. The counting of votes and announcement of results will occur on June 4.

Election History

In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Vincent H. Pala of the Indian National Congress (INC) emerged victorious in the Shillong Lok Sabha constituency, securing 419,689 votes. Jemino Mawthoh of the United Democratic Party (UDP) received 267,256 votes, resulting in a margin of victory of 152,433 votes for Vincent H. Pala.

Meanwhile, in the Tura Lok Sabha constituency, Agatha K. Sangma of the National People's Party (NPP) clinched victory in the 2019 elections with 304,455 votes. Dr. Mukul Sangma of the INC received 240,425 votes. Agatha K. Sangma secured a significant margin of 64,030 votes. Overall, Meghalaya witnessed a total voter turnout of 71.43% during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

Political Parties Competing in 2024 Election

Meghalaya will see a multi-cornered fight for its two Lok Sabha seats. Following are the major parties competing for the seats:

• Indian National Congress (INC): The Indian National Congress has a longstanding presence in Meghalaya's political scene. It has traditionally been a dominant force, particularly in the Shillong region. The INC has a strong organizational structure and has produced several prominent leaders who have served in various capacities, including Chief Ministers and Members of Parliament.
• National People's Party (NPP): The National People's Party has emerged as a key player in Meghalaya politics in recent years. Founded by former Lok Sabha Speaker P.A. Sangma, the NPP advocates for the interests of the people of Meghalaya and the wider northeastern region.
• United Democratic Party (UDP): The United Democratic Party is another significant political entity in Meghalaya. It has a strong base, particularly among the Khasi and Jaintia communities in the state. The party has been part of various coalitions and has contributed to the governance of Meghalaya.
• Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): The Bharatiya Janata Party has been making inroads into Meghalaya's political landscape, particularly in recent years. While traditionally not as dominant as in other parts of India, the BJP has been working to expand its presence in the state.