Lamtinthang congratulates Ngamthang Haokip
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 10 2020:
Hours after the counting of votes ended.
Saitu AC INC candidate Dr Lamtinthang Haokip congratulated rival BJP candidate Ngamthang Haokip saying he expects the latter to serve and execute his poll promises as a representative of the people of the Assembly Constituency.
"With deep regret, I am compelled to convey my words of congratulations to Pu Ngamthang Haokip, BJP candidate, 51-Saitu (ST) A7C by-election, 2020 for winning the numbers.
The result though, was expected as an undue outcome.
I concede defeat, not as people's mandate, rather the mandate of money and muscle power," said Dr Lamtinthang in a statement he released to the press.
Despite all the "undemocratic processes" witnessed throughout the election, the love, trust and support of young and old was a historic moment, not only for the people of 51-Saitu (ST) A/C but also across Manipur, said the INC candidate.
"I express my humble gratitude to all the Congress party leaders, Election Committee members, supporters, friends from Youth For Change!, well-wishers, young and old who helped and supported throughout the campaign.
I am sure that all the support and love will continue.
I look forward to the supporters of INC and BJP not to have any ill intention towards anyone; rather leave aside the unintended smear campaign from both supporters in the heat of the contest.
I hope that Ngamthang Haokip, a veteran politician will serve and execute his promises to the people of 51-Saitu (ST) A/C irrespective of caste, creed, tribe, supporter and non-supporter in letter and spirit.
I always look towards working together for the people of Saitu A/C for change despite losing the number.
The fight for change will go on, the best is yet to come," he added.
Significantly Lamtinthang had demanded repoll in a number of polling stations, alleging irregularities.