Prominent North East Leaders Form Unified Political Front Titled “One North East” In Delhi

Prominent political leaders from India's Northeast region announced the formation of a unified political front named "One North East", aiming to consolidate diverse regional voices under a single banner to amplify the aspirations of over 45 million people across eight states. The initiative, unveiled through a joint statement signed by key figures including Meghalaya Chief Minister and National People's Party (NPP) President Conrad K. Sangma, TIPRA Motha founder Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, former BJP national spokesperson and Nagaland minister Mmhonlumo Kikon, and People's Party of Assam founder Daniel Langthasa, marks a deliberate shift from fragmented advocacy to collective action.

The statement emphasised that for too long, younger generation leaders have addressed shared concerns—like indigenous rights, economic development, and cultural preservation—from disparate platforms, declaring that "our strength lies in unity" and pledging to honour the legacy of historical figures who championed the region's identity.

The "One Northeast" platform embodies the principle of "One Flag, One Symbol, One Entity," positioning itself as an indigenous-led force to ensure the Northeast's issues gain prominence on the national stage without confrontation with the central government. Sangma, speaking to media outlets, clarified that the alliance is not adversarial but collaborative, with participating parties retaining autonomy while uniting for progress: "We are part of central and state governments; we do not want to fight against each other but fight together for the progress of the Northeast."

Debbarma echoed this sentiment, noting the move was "long overdue," as individual efforts had limited reach, and stressed extending representation to the Northeast diaspora in metro cities. This development builds on prior regional coalitions like the North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA) but signals a potential evolution toward an independent, pan-Northeast entity focused on holistic advancement.

To operationalise the front, the leaders constituted a nine-member committee, convened by James Sangma—Conrad's brother and a Lok Sabha MP from Tura—to deliberate on structure, modalities, and principles within 45 days. The panel will explore whether to align with existing alliances or chart an autonomous path, including electoral strategies and policy priorities such as infrastructure, employment, and environmental conservation in the resource-rich but underdeveloped region. As Sangma highlighted, the goal is to elevate the Northeast to "number one" in national metrics, addressing chronic under-representation where the area holds just 25 Lok Sabha seats despite contributing significantly to biodiversity and strategic border security.

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This unification arrives amid evolving political dynamics in the Northeast, a region long marked by ethnic insurgencies, autonomy demands, and uneven development despite initiatives like the Act East Policy. Past attempts at pan-regional parties faltered due to tribal divisions and external influences, but the involvement of cross-party figures like Kikon—who resigned from BJP in August 2025—suggests renewed momentum.

Social media buzz, including posts from outlets like NewsLiveGhy, has amplified the announcement, framing it as a "historic" step toward self-determination. As the committee convenes, the front holds promise for streamlined advocacy in Delhi, potentially reshaping alliances ahead of future elections and fostering intra-regional harmony.

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