Shillong, Nov 23: BJP candidate for Gambegre seat Bernard Marak said money power played a crucial role in NPP winning the seat.
Bernard, who got 710 voters, was placed in 4th position.
When contacted, Bernard said besides money power, negative campaign against the BJP has affected the poll outcome.
The BJP chief spokesperson, M Kharkrang said serious introspection is necessary to strengthen the party.
However, the BJP leader said the party is ready to face future polls.
‘Endorsement of MDA’
UDP leader and cabinet minister Paul Lyngdoh said the victory in Gambegre is the endorsement of MDA’ government’s performance.
Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Paul said politics is dynamic as in the recent Lok Sabha polls, the Congress had performed well whereas the Gambegre result is different.
He added that Gambegre chose somebody who is highly qualified.
AITC happy securing second
AITC leader Abhishek Banerjee has extended congratulations to Sadhiarani M Sangma and the AITC unit under the leadership of Mukul Sangma and Charles Pyngrope for their tireless efforts and for putting up such a formidable fight despite all odds.
“I salute all the foot soldiers of our Meghalaya unit and reaffirm our unwavering commitment to restoring Meghalaya’s lost glory. A special thanks to the people of Gambegre for their love and support. I assure you that @AITC4Meghalaya will leave no stone unturned in serving the people of this beautiful state”, Banerjee said.
