Owaisi Eyes Opposition Alliance to Stop BJP's Third Term in UP
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi opens doors for an alliance to stop the BJP from winning a third term in Uttar Pradesh.
In a strategic move ahead of the upcoming electoral battles, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President Asaduddin Owaisi has expressed his party's readiness to forge an opposition alliance in Uttar Pradesh. The primary objective of this potential coalition is to prevent the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from securing a third consecutive victory in the state.
Targeting 2027 and 2029
Looking toward the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, Owaisi has made it clear that his party is open to collaboration. Speaking on October 15, 2026, the AIMIM chief urged other opposition forces to join hands with his party if their goal is to keep the BJP out of power.
While an earlier deadline of October 2 had been suggested for finalizing these discussions, Owaisi clarified that negotiations are still active. He noted that official announcements will follow only after a concrete resolution is reached between the parties involved.
Conditions for Collaboration
The road to an alliance, however, comes with specific prerequisites. Owaisi recalled that back in June 2026, he established clear conditions for any potential partnership. He emphasized that the AIMIM expects respectful treatment and equal status among all coalition partners, signaling that the party will not enter into any agreement where it is sidelined.
Tensions with Samajwadi Party and INDIA Bloc
Despite the call for unity against the BJP, the relationship with other opposition players remains complex. During his address, Owaisi took a swipe at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav. He further clarified a crucial point regarding the broader national landscape: the AIMIM maintains no affiliation with the INDIA bloc.
However, he did affirm that the right to protest is a fundamental right available to every citizen, regardless of party affiliation.
Focus on the SIR Process
Beyond alliance talks, the AIMIM is heavily invested in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Owaisi claimed that for the last three months, his party has been the only political organization actively working on this specific issue.
To further this cause, the AIMIM has filed a review petition in the Supreme Court regarding the SIR process, highlighting the party's intent to challenge the status quo through legal channels.
The Road to 2027
With the campaign for the 2027 assembly elections already underway, Owaisi's political trajectory is clear. His central mission is to ensure that the current BJP government, led by Yogi Adityanath, does not receive another mandate from the people of Uttar Pradesh.