Amid signs of discord within the United Democratic Party (UDP), Paul Lyngdoh, the party’s working president and MLA for West Shillong, has raised concerns about the party’s commitment to democratic principles. He emphasized the importance of allowing space for diverse opinions within the party and underscored that a truly democratic party must involve its grassroots workers in decision-making, rather than relegating them to a role limited to election campaigns. Lyngdoh pointed out that the UDP should be inclusive of not just elected representatives, but also senior leaders and party workers whose insights are valuable year-round.
He criticized the existing trend of disregarding grassroots voices during non-election periods, advocating for a more consultative approach in decision-making, particularly on matters affecting the state. His comments emerged in a context of increasing dissatisfaction among party members regarding recent leadership decisions, prompting speculation about his future within the UDP and possible alignment with the National People’s Party. This unrest was further highlighted by the party’s foundation day celebration, where president Metbah Lyngdoh unexpectedly stated there would be no Cabinet reshuffle planned, just days before a significant change was anticipated.
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