In a major political shake-up ahead of the autonomous district council elections next year, Meghalaya Trinamool Congress (TMC) vice-president and former minister Zenith Sangma resigned from the party on Tuesday, ending his three-year association with the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC).
In a letter addressed to the party leadership, Sangma described his resignation as a “difficult but necessary” step, taken after deep reflection on his political journey and the aspirations of the people he represents. “This has not been an easy decision. My journey with the AITC has been filled with invaluable experiences and lessons. I will always remain grateful for the trust and support I received from colleagues and well-wishers throughout my tenure,” he wrote.
The younger brother of Opposition Leader Mukul Sangma, Zenith is a prominent figure from the Garo Hills region. He had joined the TMC in 2021 along with several MLAs who defected from the Congress, giving the party an initial boost in Meghalaya’s opposition space. However, recent internal rifts and declining organisational strength have plagued the TMC’s state unit.