P.Mulang, the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate for 56th Noklak A/C has withdrawn his candidature from the Nagaland Legislative Assembly elections 2023.

With his withdrawal, the battle for 56th Noklak A/C will be played between P. Longon, the National Congress Party (NCP) candidate, and incumbent H. Haiying from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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P.Mulang was the lone candidate from Nokhu Range which is the biggest range in the constituency.

P Mulang (left) and H Haiying

Following his withdrawal, Mulang along with his supporters and well-wishers unanimously resolved to support Haiying, the BJP candidate on 10 February.

The BJP karyakartas of 56 Noklak A/C welcomed Mulang and his allies to the BJP family.

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