Amid persistent political speculation and murmurs of internal rifts, National People’s Party (NPP) MLA Ampareen Lyngdoh has issued a firm and unequivocal clarification, asserting that she remains with the NPP and has no immediate plans to switch parties. Positioning herself as a disciplined politician who places accountability to the electorate above personal ambition, Lyngdoh stressed that any political decision she takes will be routed first through the people who elected her. Drawing a clear line between political gossip and ground reality, she underlined that her conduct over the years reflects consistency, transparency, and respect for the democratic mandate.
Addressing concerns about her political future, Lyngdoh said, “I have never abandoned any party midway, I have never been undisciplined, and I want to clarify to you that I am with the NPP. If there is any other plan that needs to be made, I will inform you at that time.” She dismissed suggestions of restlessness or estrangement within the party, stating, “As of now, I am not restless and I have no distance with anyone. The NPP leaders in the government are very busy, and for us MLAs who are outside the cabinet to expect to meet them constantly is a big mistake.”
Rejecting claims of a rift, she pointed out that her public engagements alongside senior party leaders in recent months speak for themselves. She cautioned against drawing conclusions based on hearsay, asserting, “She clarified that if anyone says otherwise, unless it comes from her directly, it is better for people to wait and listen.” Emphasising the core purpose of electoral politics, Lyngdoh remarked, “When we contest elections, we come with the goal of serving the people, not ourselves. A seat (portfolio) comes and goes, and no one owns the Minister’s seat. Just because I do not hold a Ministerial position, it does not mean I cannot do the work entrusted to me.”
Highlighting her responsibilities at the constituency level, Lyngdoh said her focus remains firmly on development, noting that several projects and critical issues are still pending. She reiterated that there is ample time ahead and made it clear that any future political decision would be taken transparently. She further stated that she remains with the NPP and, if she ever decides otherwise, she would first inform the public and then seek a fresh mandate through elections. Reiterating her long-held political principle, she said, “I never switch parties without returning to the people to contest the election again. Politics has changed; you have seen people moving from one party to another—this isn’t new. Since 1972, no representative has moved from one party to another [in my manner] unless the needs of the Constituency demanded it.”
Lyngdoh explained that political affiliations are guided by agendas shaped around constituency demands, adding that she continues to attend every NPP meeting.
Stressing the importance of discipline and ethical conduct in public life, she concluded, “In the journey of politics, there are ups and downs, but one must show discipline. This is necessary to teach those new to politics how to move forward and keep the promises made to the people during elections. I hope this is clear. If there is any announcement, I will go back to the people first, because I do not want to cheat the public by contesting for one party and then staying in another without their knowledge.”
