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Kameng Dolo is an Indian politician from Arunachal Pradesh.

Dolo was a deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh in Kalikho Pul's government as well as Gegong Apang.

He founded Congress (Dolo) on July 25, 2003, and formed a government along with Gegong Apang of Arunachal Congress. On August 30, 2003, he merged Congress (D) with Bharatiya Janata Party. [1] He is also a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He shifted his loyalties in 2015 when the Indian National Congress member revolted in their government. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

On 8 March 2017, Dolo lost his seat following an opposing candidate for his seat alleged that his candidacy was fraudulently withdrawn, making Dolo unopposed. [7]

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