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Uttar Pradesh Elections 2027: Asaduddin Owaisi Opens Alliance Talks as AIMIM Steps Up Poll Preparations
Haripriya 22 Sept 2026 6 min read 221 views
The political preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections have intensified, with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi saying that his party is holding discussions with political parties in the state regarding a possible electoral alliance.
Owaisi said on September 22, 2026, that the AIMIM's Uttar Pradesh leadership was in talks with political parties and that the party would finalise its alliance arrangement by next month.
The development comes as the Samajwadi Party, Congress and BJP continue their organisational preparations for the Assembly election, while different parties work on their constituency-level strategies.
Owaisi Says AIMIM Is Discussing Alliances
According to a report by Hindustan Times, Owaisi said that the AIMIM's state leadership was talking to political parties in Uttar Pradesh about possible alliances.
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He indicated that the party expects to finalise its alliance position by next month.
The statement comes after Owaisi has held several public meetings in Uttar Pradesh as part of AIMIM's preparations for the upcoming Assembly election. Hindustan Times reported that he had addressed five public gatherings in the state since June, including a meeting in Kanpur on September 20.
The AIMIM's alliance discussions could become relevant to the broader opposition arrangement in Uttar Pradesh, where the Samajwadi Party and Congress have already announced that they intend to contest the 2027 election together.
Congress Responds to AIMIM's Alliance Position
Owaisi's alliance outreach has also drawn a response from Congress leaders.
Congress MP Imran Masood said that if an alliance arrangement is to be formed, it should be finalised, while otherwise parties should continue with their own preparations.
In comments reported by The Times of India, Masood also criticised the possible role of AIMIM in the Uttar Pradesh election and argued that its participation could affect the opposition's electoral calculations. These remarks represent the Congress leader's political position and are not an independent assessment of the election's outcome.
The comments come at a time when the Congress and Samajwadi Party are themselves discussing the details of their alliance.
Congress-SP Seat-Sharing Talks Remain Unresolved
The Congress and Samajwadi Party have already indicated that they intend to contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election together.
However, India Today reported on September 21 that differences had emerged between the two parties over the timing of seat-sharing discussions.
Congress has pushed for an earlier understanding on seat allocation, while the SP has indicated that it is not in a hurry to finalise the arrangement. The report said formal negotiations had not begun at that stage.
This means that the broader opposition arrangement in Uttar Pradesh remains under discussion, with individual parties continuing their organisational preparations alongside alliance talks.
AIMIM Expands Its Uttar Pradesh Campaign
AIMIM has been increasing its political activity in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the Assembly election.
Owaisi has addressed public meetings in different parts of the state and has used these appearances to discuss issues concerning Muslims and other sections of the electorate.
The party is also seeking to establish its organisational presence at the constituency level before the election schedule is announced.
The exact number of seats AIMIM may contest and whether it will enter into a formal alliance remain to be decided.
Owaisi's Earlier Alliance Outreach
Owaisi had previously indicated his willingness to work with other opposition parties in Uttar Pradesh.
Recent reports have highlighted his outreach to the Samajwadi Party and other parties ahead of the 2027 election.
The latest statement indicates that discussions are continuing, although there is currently no confirmed alliance agreement between AIMIM and any major Uttar Pradesh political party.
Samajwadi Party Continues PDA Outreach
The AIMIM development comes as the Samajwadi Party (SP) continues preparations around its PDA strategy.
PDA stands for Pichhada, Dalit and Alpsankhyak, referring to backward classes, Dalits and minorities.
Recent reporting by The Indian Express has highlighted the SP's efforts to expand its social coalition and strengthen its organisational network ahead of the 2027 Assembly election.
The SP is also preparing a statewide Samajwadi PDA Yatra, which is expected to begin in October, although detailed dates and routes have not been finalised in the latest reports.
BJP Continues Organisational Preparations
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is also intensifying its preparations for the 2027 election (opens in a new tab).
The party has been holding meetings with leaders, MPs, MLAs, district-level office-bearers and grassroots workers.
Recent reports have highlighted the BJP's renewed focus on booth-level organisation and constituency-level preparations.
The New Indian Express reported that the party's preparations include efforts to strengthen its booth network and examine changes in voter support following the 2024 Lok Sabha election.
BJP leaders have also been holding constituency-level meetings as part of preparations for the upcoming Assembly election.
Uttar Pradesh Election Preparations Gain Momentum
The latest political developments show that several parties are preparing simultaneously for the 2027 Assembly election.
The BJP is focusing on its organisational network, while the Samajwadi Party is expanding its PDA outreach. Congress is working with the SP but discussions over seat-sharing remain pending.
AIMIM's alliance discussions add another element to the political negotiations taking place ahead of the election.
The final alliance structures, seat-sharing arrangements and candidate lists are yet to be determined.
Key Facts: Uttar Pradesh Elections 2027
Development Current Position
Election Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi
AIMIM position Alliance discussions underway
Expected AIMIM alliance decision Owaisi said by next month
Congress-SP Parties have announced they intend to contest together
Congress-SP issue Seat-sharing timeline and negotiations
SP strategy PDA-focused outreach
BJP strategy Booth-level organisational preparations
Official polling schedule Not announced
What Happens Next?
AIMIM is expected to continue its discussions with political parties before deciding its alliance strategy.
The Congress and Samajwadi Party will also have to work out their seat-sharing arrangement if they are to contest the election together.
Meanwhile, the BJP and other parties will continue their constituency-level organisational activities.
The Election Commission of India will announce the official schedule for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election when the formal electoral process begins.
Conclusion
The political preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections are entering another phase with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi saying that his party is discussing possible alliances in the state.
Owaisi has said that the AIMIM's Uttar Pradesh leadership is holding talks with political parties (opens in a new tab) and that the alliance position could be finalised by next month.
The development comes alongside ongoing discussions between the Congress and Samajwadi Party over their proposed alliance and seat-sharing arrangements. At the same time, the BJP is continuing its booth-level organisational preparations across the state.
With the official election (opens in a new tab) schedule yet to be announced, alliance negotiations, constituency-level organisation, voter outreach and candidate selection are likely to remain important developments in Uttar Pradesh politics in the coming months.
Sources: Hindustan Times, The Times of India, India Today, The Indian Express and The New Indian Express, September 2026. The article has been independently rewritten and consolidated from the reported information.
“AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has said his party is in discussions with political parties in Uttar Pradesh over a possible alliance for the 2027 Assembly elections. He said the alliance decision could be finalised by next month, adding another dimension to the opposition's electoral preparations in the state.”
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