Mahendraganj Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Mahendraganj Assembly Constituency
The Mahendraganj Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Meghalaya. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Indian National Congress party showed consistent strength. Dikkanchi D. Shira stood out as a key candidate in the Mahendraganj constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Mahendraganj, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Mahendraganj were held in 2018. Dikkanchi D. Shira won the MLA seat with a margin of 28.4%. They represented the Indian National Congress, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Mahendraganj | Assembly Constituency Number | 54 |
| District | West Garo Hills | Constituency Type | Scheduled Tribe |
| Winning Candidate | Dikkanchi D. Shira | Party | Indian National Congress |
| Total Electors | 31,018 | Total Votes | 27,674 |
| Poll Percentage | 89.2% | Margin Votes | 7,861 |
| Margin Percentage | 28.4% | Election Year | 2018 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Mahendraganj is located in the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya.
Mahendraganj is categorized as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) constituency.
The current MLA of Mahendraganj is Dikkanchi D. Shira from the Indian National Congress.
- Voter turnout: 89.2%
- Total votes cast: 27,674
- Total electors: 31,018
- Winning margin: 7,861 votes (28.4%)
Mahendraganj falls under the Tura parliamentary constituency.
Dikkanchi D. Shira represents the Indian National Congress.
Dikkanchi D. Shira won with a margin of 7,861 votes, which is 28.4% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Mahendraganj is 54.
The last assembly elections in Mahendraganj were held in 2018.