Biren Singh govt secure in Manipur as BJP-led coalition wins trust vote

The BJP-led govt won the trust vote 28-16. The strength of the 60-member House was 53 after the resignation of three legislators and the disqualification of four members under the anti-defection law.

File image of Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh | Photo: ANI

Imphal: The BJP-led N Biren Singh government in Manipur on Monday won the trust vote 28-16 in the state assembly.

The confidence motion, moved by Singh, was put to vote after a marathon debate during the one-day special session,and he emerged victorious.

Eight Congress MLAs skipped the proceedings, defying a party whip.

The Congress has 24 MLAs in the House of 60, whose effective strength is 53.