AAP to contest election in Northeast

The party has constituted a small preparatory committee in Arunachal which, though temporary in nature, will launch a membership drive soon, according to Payeng.

He emphasised that all contesting candidates would have to execute an affidavit declaring that they would not avail of any luxurious government accommodation and would not use red light in their official vehicles if they were elected.

Moreover, aspiring candidates with criminal background would not be issued party tickets.

Asked what would be the strategy to contest from a Congress bastion like Arunachal, Payeng said that they would focus on several issues including demand for a strong Lokayukta and to make the RTI Act a strong tool for a clean and transparent government.

“The voters of the state are very conscious....and the AAP will be able to provide good governance as expected by the people,” he said.