NPP candidate Abenjang formally declared his candidature in Longkhum village today, 26 March, urging villagers to come together and participate in the upcoming election with a spirit of unity.
Addressing the gathering, Abenjang made an emotional appeal to the people of Longkhum, saying that his campaign would focus on love, cooperation, and bringing the community together.
He emphasized that while politics often divides, his intention was to campaign with care and consideration for every resident.
“I want to participate in this election under the theme ‘love’,” he told villagers. “We have the potential to achieve so much if we come together. Let us put aside differences and work for the betterment of Longkhum.”
He said he does not like to win with broken homes and violence. He called upon the Longkhum villagers to come together this time and ensure a political revival. He also dismissed rumors that he was sent by Daochier I Imchen. Abenjang’s declaration marks the beginning of his official electoral campaign in Longkhum.
The candidate’s message comes at a time when Longkhum has experienced divisions on various local issues, making his appeal for togetherness particularly significant.
Speakers, who were village representatives, also urged the villagers to come together for the love of Longkhum.
NPP vice president Vevoyi Wideo announced that on March 31, NPP president and Chief Minister Conrad Sangma is set to visit Longkhum to campaign for Abenjang. Calling him “the future of Longkhum village” and “the future of Koridang,” Wideo said that the NPP is contesting the election as a party that stands for tribal people.
He further said that this election is not about whether a candidate wins or loses, but whether Longkhum succeeds.
Well-wishers, including the Unity Village Council Chairman, also campaigned for Abenjang.