Meghalaya Elections: Unique names of candidates in Meghalaya elections catches internet attention

The Meghalaya elections are just around the corner, and this year's candidate list has garnered attention for some unique and uncommon names. At least 20 candidates with unusual names are contesting for a seat in the 60-member Meghalaya House.

One such candidate is Novembirth Ch. Marak from Chokpot, who is running for the Bharatiya Janata Party. The story behind his name is quite evident - he was likely born in November. Meanwhile, Fourteenson Lyngkhoi from Mawthadraishan is running for the Indian National Congress.

Other interesting names on the list include Wellborn Bynnud, Firstborn Manner, Moonlight Pariat, and Sunshine Makri. The Congress party has a candidate named Nehru contesting from Pynursla.


Here are some of the other candidates and their respective parties and constituencies. Highlander Kharmalki from Bharatiya Janata Party is contesting from Mawryngkneng. Meanwhile, Generous Paslein is an independent candidate from Nartiang, and Auspicious Lyngdoh Mawphlang is representing the People's Democratic Front in Mawphlang.

Other candidates on the list include Heaving Stone Kharpran from Voice Of The People Party in Mawryngkneng, Lasting Suchiang from All India Trinamool Congress in Mowkaiaw, and Forcaster Nongrang running as an independent from Jirang.

The election for the Meghalaya House will be held on February 27, with votes counted on March 2.

FAQs

Q1.When are the Meghalaya elections taking place?
Answer: The Meghalaya elections will be held on February 27, with the votes being counted on March 2.

Q2.Which party is Nehru representing in the Meghalaya elections?
Answer: Nehru is contesting from Pynursla in the Meghalaya elections, and he is representing the Indian National Congress.