Congress Suspends Two MLAs Over Alleged Ties with Ruling Party

The opposition Congress in Meghalaya has suspended MLAs Gabriel Wahlang and Charles Marngar on charges of collaborating with the ruling National People's Party. The action follows reports from the party’s block committee indicating anti-party activities. The suspension is part of disciplinary measures to uphold party principles.

The opposition Congress in Meghalaya has suspended MLAs Gabriel Wahlang and Charles Marngar amid allegations of their association with the ruling National People's Party (NPP).

According to state Congress general secretary Wansuk Syiem, the suspensions were a result of anti-party activities reported by both the block committee and a frontal organization.

"Such actions are in direct conflict with the party's ideologies and principles, necessitating this disciplinary measure," Syiem stated. An internal investigation revealed their months-long association with the NPP; however, the inquiry into MLA Celestine Lyngdoh is still ongoing.

(With inputs from agencies.)