North East

Regional Leaders Forge ‘One North East’ Alliance to Strengthen Regional Voice

• 04 Nov 2025

In a significant political realignment, leading figures from across the North Eastern states have joined forces to form a unified regional political entity named “One North East.” The initiative seeks to bring together diverse regional voices under one banner to champion the common interests and aspirations of the people of the region at the national level.

The announcement was made in New Delhi, where 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 Assam founder Daniel Langthasa jointly signed a declaration marking the formal establishment of the new political front.

In their joint statement titled “Joint Statement – One North East,” the leaders said the move marks “a new beginning for regional politics.”

“For too long, we, the younger generation leaders of the North East, have spoken about the same issues and concerns of our people, but from different platforms and political spaces. We have realised that our strength lies in unity and that it is time to give our people one collective voice,” the statement said.

The alliance, according to the leaders, draws inspiration from the region’s visionary figures who stood for unity, identity, and inclusive development. They emphasised that the creation of a common political platform represents a major step toward ensuring a stronger and more cohesive North East.

To chart the future course of action, the leaders announced the formation of a committee that will work out the structure, objectives, and roadmap of the new political organisation.

Reiterating their commitment to regional solidarity, the leaders said, “The people of the North East deserve to be heard, respected, and represented through a unified and indigenous political force. Together, we stand committed to building a stronger, more united North East.”