Cong back in power in Arunachal

ITANAGAR, April 12 (PTI) — The Congress was today back in power in Arunachal Pradesh following the merger of the ruling Arunachal Congress (M) with it in a realignment of forces.

The merger raises Congress’ strength in Parliament by two, one each in Lok Sabha and in the Rajya Sabha.

CWC member P.A. Sangma, who was present on the occasion, said the timing of the merger was important because of the fluid political situation at the Centre following virtual parting of ways between Vajpayee government and the AIADMK.

The merger raises the strength of the Congress to 28 in the 60-member Assembly. Before the merger Arunachal Congress (M) had 24 MLAs.