Shillong: The National People's Party is adding three new members to its ranks. The UDP legislators are switching teams to bolster the NPP. State President Prestone Tynsong shot down rumors of job handouts for the newcomers. He remains firm on the matter.
"There is no question of any Cabinet berth or any berth promise," Tynsong said. The leadership insists the group joined to push specific agendas rather than chase titles. Their induction brings the NPP seat count from 33 to 36. Official swearing-in is slated for October 23.
UDP MLA Paul Lyngdoh confirmed the move was entirely unconditional. He noted the trio felt the NPP offered a superior platform for their work. He holds no ill will toward UDP president Metbah Lyngdoh. The shift focuses on election strategy and political impact.
Political insiders are still stirring the pot. Rumors persist that the party will axe current ministers to make room for new blood. Speculation targets Metbah Lyngdoh, Timothy D. Shira, and Wailadmiki Shylla as potential cuts. No official word exists on who gets the boot. The future for recently added BJP lawmakers also stays up in the air.
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