Northeastern India is a diverse region with many different ethnic, linguistic, and cultural groups. First-time contestants from these communities can bring their unique perspectives and represent their communities in mainstream politics.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Congress on Monday condemned an attack on the party s nominee for the Agartala assembly by-election, Sudip Roy Barman, and demanded that the culprits be immediately brought to book to ensure a free and fair poll. India News | Cong Condemns Attack on Party Nominee for Agartala Assembly Bypoll, Alleges BJP Hand in It.