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Arunachal Congress protests after Vice President declines meeting request
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 04:48 AM
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The Arunachal Congress staged a protest after its request for a meeting with the Vice President was turned down, demanding an explanation from the central leadership.
New Delhi - The Arunachal Congress on Thursday publicly protested the denial of its request to meet the Vice President of India. Party officials said they had sought a formal appointment to discuss issues affecting Arunachal Pradesh, but the Vice President's office declined to schedule a meeting.
The protest, organized by senior party leaders, took place outside the party's regional office, where participants held placards and chanted slogans demanding a clear explanation for the refusal. The party accused the central government of sidelining the state's concerns and called for immediate dialogue.
Spokespersons for the Vice President's office declined to comment on the specifics of the request, stating that appointments are scheduled based on protocol and availability. The Arunachal Congress reiterated its intention to pursue the matter through official channels and urged the central leadership to address the state's developmental priorities.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions between regional political outfits and the central administration over representation and engagement on policy matters affecting the Northeast region.
The protest, organized by senior party leaders, took place outside the party's regional office, where participants held placards and chanted slogans demanding a clear explanation for the refusal. The party accused the central government of sidelining the state's concerns and called for immediate dialogue.
Spokespersons for the Vice President's office declined to comment on the specifics of the request, stating that appointments are scheduled based on protocol and availability. The Arunachal Congress reiterated its intention to pursue the matter through official channels and urged the central leadership to address the state's developmental priorities.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions between regional political outfits and the central administration over representation and engagement on policy matters affecting the Northeast region.