The Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee has resolved to name its president, Vincent H. Pala as the candidate for the upcoming by-election to the Shillong Lok Sabha seat. The resolution came after an organizational meeting attended by district and block-level Congress leaders from across the state.
Notably, Pala, a seasoned leader and former Lok Sabha MP, brings extensive political experience for the Congress in Meghalaya. The party meeting also discussed about preparations for the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections and strengthening the party at the grassroots. With Pala in the fray, the stage is now set for a triangular contest between the VPP, NPP and Congress.
Speaking to media persons after the meeting, Pala said the unanimous endorsement of his candidature by the party leaders and workers was a major resolution and that the proposal would now be formally sent to the party high command in Delhi for approval and final announcement. “Detailed discussions were held in the meeting regarding the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election and GHADC elections. The proposal that I should contest the Lok Sabha by-poll will be placed before the party leadership,” Pala said. The MPCC president further informed that district and block-level units have been directed to immediately complete committee formations and intensify organizational activities. Several committees have already been constituted and have started holding meetings and coordination programmes. Pala said the party is optimistic about improving its performance. “We believe Congress will perform well this time,” he said.