First result goes to Congress in Manipur

Imphal, Feb 27 (UNI) The Congress was the first party to open its account in Manipur with its president Gaikhangam re-elected from the 54 Nungba AC Assembly constituency.

Mr Gaikhangam defeated his nearest rival Gangmumei Kamei (Independent) by a margin of 5000 votes. While Mr Gaikhangam polled 11,552 votes, his nearest rival Gangmumei bagged 5893.

Mr Kamei was supported by the United Naga Council.

According to trends available, the Congress was leading in three seats closely followed by the RJD and the Manipur People's Party with two each.

The NCP was leading in one and Independents in two seats.

UNI