Guwahati, Aug. 21 -- The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Meghalaya has issued show-cause notices to four registered political parties for failing to participate in any elections since 2019.

This action follows concerns raised by the Election Commission over their prolonged absence from both state and national polls.

CEO BDR Tiwari confirmed that notices were issued to the Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM), Meghalaya Democratic Party (MDP), North East Social Democratic Party (NESDP), and Regional Democratic Secular Congress (RDSC).

The Election Commission noted that these parties have not fielded candidates in Lok Sabha, Assembly, or bye-elections over the past six years. Due to their lack of participation, the Commi...