Resolving this conflict will be the key to the BJP succeeding with its plans to expand its electoral footprint in the North-East. The common refrain among voters in several constituencies across Khasi and Jaintia tribal regions in Meghalaya is that the BJP is a “Hindu party”. We eat beef, we follow a certain lifestyle and we feel BJP will bring about a lot of change. This time, we will support BJP. Christians vote for us, we have senior Christian leaders in our party,” said Nalin Kohli, senior BJP leader and party in-charge of Meghalaya.

Source: Mint February 22, 2018 02:15 UTC