BJP-led govt wins trust vote in Manipur

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

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

Eight Congress MLAs skipped proceedings, defying a party whip.

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