Patna, July 5:

As Bihar gears up for its upcoming assembly elections, political maneuvers are intensifying—especially among parties vying for the crucial Muslim vote. The All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM), led by **Asaduddin Owaisi, is reportedly signaling interest in aligning with the *Congress-led INDIA alliance. The development, if realized, could have significant implications for the political landscape not just in Bihar, but across India.

Majlis Pushes for Congress Inclusion

According to internal sources, the Majlis leadership is actively seeking an entry into the opposition bloc to avoid a split in the anti-BJP vote bank. AIMIM leaders are said to have warned that failure to include the party could result in a *division of minority votes, which may end up benefiting the *BJP-led NDA coalition.

Although AIMIM’s past electoral performance in Bihar yielded no significant results, the party is continuing its efforts to make inroads, especially in Muslim-dominated constituencies. Owaisi’s persistent focus on the state reflects his long-term strategy to become a decisive player in regions with sizable minority populations.

RJD-Congress Dynamics at Play

Political analysts suggest that the Congress could have secured more seats in previous Bihar polls if it had contested in alliance with Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) instead of going solo. However, RJD continues to be the dominant force in the alliance and commands a strong Muslim-Yadav voter base, making it hesitant to accommodate another player like AIMIM.

Though Congress leaders believe that a few percentage points lost to Majlis in tight constituencies could swing results, RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav reportedly remains unconvinced about AIMIM’s inclusion.

Telangana Unit Backs Majlis Entry

Interestingly, local Congress leaders in *Telangana, particularly in constituencies like *Jubilee Hills, see value in collaborating with the Majlis. The party believes that AIMIM’s influence could help consolidate minority votes in the upcoming by-election. BRS Majlis unit leaders are even urging Congress to officially induct AIMIM and offer seat-sharing opportunities.

Political observers note that such lobbying wouldn’t happen without Owaisi’s approval, hinting at a larger strategic alignment in the works.

National Impact: A Double-Edged Sword?

The possible entry of AIMIM into the Congress-led alliance is being viewed with caution by many within the party. While the move might bolster support in states like Telangana and parts of Uttar Pradesh, it could also backfire in regions like Maharashtra and Bihar, where AIMIM’s appeal overlaps with Congress’s traditional Muslim voter base.

Analysts warn that in states where the two parties compete for the same electorate, such a tie-up could trigger internal rifts or voter confusion.

Key Takeaways:

• AIMIM is seeking entry into the Congress-led INDIA alliance ahead of Bihar elections.
• The party warns that excluding it may help the BJP by dividing Muslim votes.
• Past performance in Bihar was weak, but AIMIM remains active in minority regions.
• RJD, a dominant partner, is reluctant to accommodate AIMIM in seat-sharing talks.
• In Telangana, Congress sees strategic advantage in working with Majlis in select constituencies.

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