Jatiya Oikya Mancha, known for its vital role in regional politics, led by Ramakanta Dewri is all set to merge with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Dewri on August 20^th, 2019, told TIME8 that the leaders of the Mancha will join the BJP on August 30^th, 2019.

The BJP legislator from Morigaon Dewri started the Tiwa Jatiya Oikya Mancha in 2013, later known as Jatiya Oikya Mancha and played a vital role in regional politics. In 2016, the Mancha tied the knot with BJP in the state assembly election.

Photo: Ramakanta Dewri’s Facebook profile

Morigaon | Edited by: Mukut Das