Jemino Mawthoh Joins BJP from UDP

3 UPDATES · 14 DAYS · 30 AUG 2026 — 12 SEPT 2026

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Latest · 12 Sept 2026

Former UDP leader Jemino Mawthoh joined the BJP, potentially leading to the defection of up to eight UDP MLAs.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the BJP's plan to absorb up to nine UDP legislators in Meghalaya, including any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific power grab attempt. It excludes other political actions by the BJP, UDP, or in Meghalaya unless they are direct developments of this particular realignment attempt.

The full story, from the beginning

30Aug

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

The Bharatiya Janata Party plans to absorb up to nine legislators from the United Democratic Party to potentially increase its presence in Meghalaya's assembly.

6Sept

The Hindu

Former Meghalaya MLA Jemino Mawthoh will join the BJP on September 12th after resigning from the UDP in May.

12Sept

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Former UDP leader Jemino Mawthoh joined the BJP, potentially leading to the defection of up to eight UDP MLAs.

Story concluded