Three NCP MLAs in Arunachal Pradesh extended their unconditional support to the BJP government led by Pema Khandu on Wednesday.
The MLAs—Nikh Kamin, Likha Soni, and Toko Tatung—delivered their letter of support during a meeting with Khandu at his office.
Khandu expressed his gratitude for their commitment and cooperation, highlighting the importance of such alliances in fostering the state’s progress.
"I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble MLAs from the Nationalist Congress Party, Shri Nikh Kamin Ji, Shri Likha Soni Ji, and Shri Toko Tatung Ji, for their unconditional support to the BJP government in Arunachal Pradesh. The MLAs handed over their letter of support during their call on," Khandu posted on X.
"Your commitment and cooperation are greatly appreciated. Together, we will continue to work towards the development and prosperity of Arunachal Pradesh," the chief minister added.
Nikh Kamin won the Bordumsa-Diyun seat, Toko Tatung was elected from Yachuli, and Likha Soni emerged victorious in Lekang constituency.
In the past two days, three independent candidates and two People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) members have also extended their support to the BJP government in the northeastern state.
The BJP secured 46 seats in the 60-member assembly, elections for which were held on April 19 this year.
The National People’s Party (NPP) won five seats, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) three, the People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) two, Congress one, and three independents were also victorious.
The NPP and NCP are constituent partners of the North-East Democratic Alliance (NEDA).