Owaisi Unleashes Scathing Attack on RJD: 'We Sought Equality, Not Ministerial Berths!'

In a dramatic escalation of political rhetoric, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a searing critique against the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accusing the Bihar-based party of a 'cold response' to overtures for an alliance. Speaking at a press conference, Owaisi vehemently asserted that his party's proposal was driven by a fundamental desire for 'equality and self-respect' for marginalized communities, specifically Muslims and Dalits, rather than a mere grab for ministerial power.

Owaisi's ire was particularly directed at the RJD's perceived indifference during discussions for the upcoming by-election in the Kochadhaman Assembly segment.

"We proposed an alliance, seeking to secure legitimate representation for minorities and Dalits, who have long been taken for granted," Owaisi declared. "Our goal was to ensure their voice is heard, their demands met, and their dignity upheld, not to negotiate for plum ministerial berths."

The firebrand leader minced no words, highlighting what he views as the RJD's hypocritical stance on minority empowerment.

He pointed to historical electoral data, noting that the RJD, despite its claims of being a champion for backward classes, has often failed to field Muslim candidates in significant regions like Seemanchal, which boasts a substantial Muslim population. "They claim to be secular, yet their actions often contradict their words.

They expect Muslim votes without offering genuine partnership or representation," Owaisi charged.

Owaisi recounted past instances where AIMIM's attempts to forge alliances were met with dismissiveness, even ridicule, from the RJD camp. He specifically referenced their previous electoral successes in Bihar, where AIMIM managed to secure five Assembly seats despite widespread skepticism.

This, he argued, demonstrates the party's legitimate claim to a seat at the political table and its ability to mobilize voters who feel disenfranchised by traditional political establishments.

The AIMIM chief further accused the RJD of a profound misjudgment of the electorate, particularly minority voters.

"They believe they own the Muslim vote, that it is their exclusive domain. This arrogance is precisely what we are fighting against," Owaisi stated, emphasizing that his party aims to empower these communities to demand accountability and proper representation from all political parties.

This latest salvo from Owaisi underscores the deepening fissures within Bihar's political landscape, particularly concerning the crucial minority vote bank.

As by-elections loom and the next major electoral contests approach, the AIMIM's insistence on 'equality and self-respect' over opportunistic power-sharing could reshape traditional alliances and force established parties like the RJD to re-evaluate their engagement strategies with key demographic groups.