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Owaisi's Assam Visit: AIUDF Alliance & Eastern India Political Push

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi is scheduled to visit Assam on March 2 and 3 to campaign for the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) following a formal request from AIUDF president Maulana Badruddin Ajmal. The visit includes plans for at least eight programs, with Owaisi also set to address public meetings in Guwahati in early April. This move mirrors AIMIM's recent political expansion in West Bengal, where it has allied with Humayun Kabir's Aam Janata Unnayan Party to strengthen minority leadership. These alliances are poised to influence the electoral landscape in eastern India, particularly in constituencies with significant minority voters.

Key Points: Asaduddin Owaisi to Visit Assam, Campaign for AIUDF

  • Owaisi to campaign for AIUDF in Assam
  • Alliance follows request from Badruddin Ajmal
  • AIMIM also supports Humayun Kabir in West Bengal
  • Move aims to strengthen minority leadership
  • Could influence electoral dynamics in key constituencies
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Asaduddin Owaisi to visit Assam on March 2-3: AIUDF President Maulana Badruddin Ajmal

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi will visit Assam on March 2-3 to campaign for AIUDF, signaling a broader political expansion in eastern India ahead of state polls.

"We will try to organise at least eight programs with them. - Maulana Badruddin Ajmal"

Hojai, March 27

All India United Democratic Front president Maulana Badruddin Ajmal on Friday informed that All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi will visit Assam on March 2 and 3.

"Today my son Abdul Rahman Ajmal formally went to have dinner with them (Asaduddin Owaisi) and they had a word, then they spoke to me and then they agreed upon visiting Assam on March 2 and 3. We will try to organise at least eight programs with them," he said.

Earlier, Owaisi announced his party's support for the All India United Democratic Front.

Speaking exclusively to ANI over the phone, Owaisi said the decision followed a request from Badruddin Ajmal. He added, "Badruddin Ajmal's son, Abdul Rahman Ajmal (former MLA), met me today at my residence in Delhi. I also spoke with Badruddin Ajmal over the phone."

Outlining his campaign plans, Owaisi stated that he will visit Guwahati on April 2 and 3, where he is scheduled to address several public meetings in support of AIUDF candidates.

The announcement follows AIMIM's recent political move in West Bengal, where Owaisi extended support to Humayun Kabir and his Aam Janata Unnayan Party, signalling a broader push to strengthen the party's presence across eastern India.

Owaisi, extending his support to Humayun Kabir, said, "Our attempt is that a leadership from the Muslim minority emerges and strengthens in this election in West Bengal. We have decided the number of seats we will contest. This alliance is not limited to just this election, but it will be taken forward to achieve our political objective."

AIMIM's growing alliances in Assam and West Bengal could influence electoral dynamics, particularly in constituencies with significant minority voters.

Assam will go to the polls in a single phase on April 9 for its 126-member Assembly, whereas West Bengal will go to the polls in two phases - April 23 and April 29. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

- ANI

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Shreya B
As a voter from Guwahati, I welcome any leader who wants to address our concerns. But alliances should be based on a common vision for Assam's future, not just electoral arithmetic. Let's see what they offer.
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Aman W
Owaisi's party expanding in the East. This could split votes in some constituencies. Makes the election more unpredictable! 🤔 The key is whether they can present a credible alternative.
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Priyanka N
With due respect, I have a criticism. While political outreach is fine, leaders from outside should be careful not to upset Assam's delicate social fabric. Our unity is our strength.
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Varun X
Eight programs in two days is quite packed! Hope they talk about infrastructure, flood management, and protecting Assam's cultural identity. These are the pressing issues for us.
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Nisha Z
The article mentions a "broader push in eastern India." National parties should take note. Voters here want representation and solutions, not taken for granted. More competition can be good.

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