The NPF-led Democratic Alliance of Nagaland has emerged as the frontrunner to form the next government in the state with the conglomerate bagging 29 of the 57 seats. Former chief minister Neiphiu Rio is all set to head the four-party alliance government for the second time. The Nagaland People's Front (NPF), which heads the DAN, won 25 seats while its opponent Congress bagged 22. NCP and BJP secured two seats each