BJP canvasses for Sangma
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 14 2012:
Leaders of BJP and National Panthers Party have canvassed for their candidate PA Sangma ahead of the presidential election at Imphal today.
Addressing a press meet at BJP Nityapat Chuthek office today, BJP national secretary Tapir Gao appealed to all MLAs and MPs of the Northeastern States to vote for PA Sangma who also hails from the same region.
On the other hand, chairman of the National Panthers party Prof Bhim Singh today held a meeting with MLA Dr I Ibohalbi and sought support for PA Sangma.
Speaking to media persons at Tulihal Airport, Prof Bhim Singh said that the presidential election would be held in the form of secret ballot and there is no case of any party issuing whips.
Saying that Sangma is a competent leader, he called for support for the seasoned politician who belongs to the North East region.