Meghalaya: Four political parties issued show-cause notice for failing to contest elections

Meghalaya Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has issued show-cause notices to four registered political parties in the state, including the Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM), for failing to contest any election since 2019.

CEO BDR Tiwari on Thursday said notices have also been served to Meghalaya Democratic Party (MDP), North East Social Democratic Party (NESDP) and the Regional Democratic Secular Congress (RDSC).

The parties have been asked to submit their explanations in writing, along with affidavits, constitutions and other relevant documents, by September 3.