Meghalaya’s political buzz intensifies with the Congress party reporting a deluge of ticket requests for local body elections. State President Vincent Pala disclosed this during an interaction with media, painting a picture of robust internal democracy within the ranks. Urban local body polls, pivotal for managing city affairs from roads to public health, are drawing sharp focus. Aspirants from diverse backgrounds – former councilors, social activists, and fresh faces – have submitted their claims, eager to represent Congress in wards across the state. Pala’s comments come amid Congress’s aggressive outreach to reclaim influence in an NPP stronghold. The party is banking on anti-incumbency sentiments surrounding governance lapses in municipal services.
