Hyderabad MP and AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi made a strong political statement on Saturday. He completely ruled out any possibility of his party forming an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party or the National Democratic Alliance. Owaisi emphasized that his party's ideological stance remains firm and non-negotiable.
Disciplinary Action in Maharashtra
Addressing reporters at the party headquarters in Darus Salam, Owaisi confirmed he has taken strict action against five AIMIM corporators in Akot nagar parishad. These local representatives had committed what he called a serious error by extending support to a BJP-sponsored candidate for a co-option post.
"I have directed them to immediately withdraw their support," Owaisi stated clearly. "Show-cause notices have been issued to all five corporators for this violation."
Local Actions Don't Reflect Party Policy
The AIMIM leader explained that when these corporators met him recently in Amravati, he personally cautioned them about their political alignments. He stressed that the group they supported included BJP members, which goes against party principles.
"Only the party leadership has the authority to decide on alliances," Owaisi declared. "Local corporators and councillors cannot make such decisions. I made it absolutely clear to them that we cannot go with the BJP or NDA at all."
He firmly rejected any suggestion that this incident indicates a policy shift within AIMIM. The brief alignment in Akot was purely a local episode that should not be misinterpreted as ideological dilution.
Maharashtra Election Results
Owaisi expressed gratitude to voters who elected AIMIM candidates in 125 civic divisions across various municipal corporations in Maharashtra. He noted with satisfaction that the party's winning candidates included both Hindu and Muslim representatives, demonstrating AIMIM's expanding social reach beyond traditional constituencies.
The Hyderabad MP had strong words for political parties that performed poorly in the Maharashtra elections. "Instead of branding AIMIM as BJP's 'B-team,' these parties should introspect on their own failures," he suggested. "The election results reflect the people's clear choice, and there were no irregularities in the voters' list."
Future Electoral Strategy
Looking ahead, Owaisi revealed that AIMIM will soon deliberate on its strategy for upcoming assembly elections. The party plans to clearly spell out its approach for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra state elections.
He advised newly-elected AIMIM representatives to remain closely connected with their local wards. "Stay rooted in your constituencies and be responsive to people's grievances," he urged them.
Political Developments and Party Unity
Commenting on Maharashtra's political landscape, Owaisi noted that the verdict in recent developments involving the Thackeray cousins was evident to all. He pointed out that Uddhav Thackeray's candidate had won in the very area where Eknath Shinde's house is located.
Regarding concerns about possible poaching of AIMIM corporators by other parties, Owaisi expressed confidence in his party members. "I am confident that those elected on the AIMIM symbol will remain loyal to our party," he asserted. "We are taking precautionary measures to keep our organization united and strong."
Regional Stability Concerns
Owaisi also addressed the issue of ongoing violence against Hindus in neighboring Bangladesh. He emphasized that India shares both land and sea borders with Bangladesh, making that country's stability crucial for India's national interests.
The AIMIM president's statements come at a significant political moment, as parties across India prepare for upcoming state elections and position themselves for the next national electoral cycle.
