Shillong, Feb. 22 -- Nongthymmai's NPP candidate, Pyniaid Sing Syiem, has claimed that he was previously misled by the Voice of the People's Party (VPP) chief, Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, regarding the implications of Article 371 in Meghalaya.

Syiem who is also the incumbent Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), stated that during his time with the VPP, he was assured that the implementation of Article 371 would not affect the district councils.

However, he now believes that the Sixth Schedule is the most effective constitutional safeguard for the Khasi indigenous community, preserving their customary practices and traditions.

Syiem questioned the motives of those advocating for Article 371...