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AIMIM Ousts Leader After Viral Video Sparks Controversy, BJP Calls Decision Unjust
✍️ NDTV
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 03:39 PM
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The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen expelled a senior leader following a widely shared video, prompting the BJP to label the move as unjust.
The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) announced the expulsion of one of its senior leaders after a video of the member went viral on social media, sparking criticism from opposition parties. The party said the decision was taken to uphold its internal code of conduct and to distance itself from the content of the clip, which had drawn public ire.
The expelled leader, whose name was not disclosed in the brief, had featured in a video that quickly circulated online, prompting calls for accountability. AIMIM officials emphasized that the action was necessary to maintain the party's image and to demonstrate zero tolerance for conduct deemed harmful.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) responded by describing the expulsion as "not justice," arguing that the measure was disproportionate and politically motivated. BJP spokespersons urged a fair inquiry and warned against using disciplinary actions as a tool for political gain.
No further details about the video’s content or the exact reasons for the expulsion were provided, and both parties indicated that the matter would be monitored closely as it continues to attract public attention.
The incident underscores the growing influence of social media on Indian political dynamics, where viral content can precipitate swift internal actions and provoke inter‑party debates.
The expelled leader, whose name was not disclosed in the brief, had featured in a video that quickly circulated online, prompting calls for accountability. AIMIM officials emphasized that the action was necessary to maintain the party's image and to demonstrate zero tolerance for conduct deemed harmful.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) responded by describing the expulsion as "not justice," arguing that the measure was disproportionate and politically motivated. BJP spokespersons urged a fair inquiry and warned against using disciplinary actions as a tool for political gain.
No further details about the video’s content or the exact reasons for the expulsion were provided, and both parties indicated that the matter would be monitored closely as it continues to attract public attention.
The incident underscores the growing influence of social media on Indian political dynamics, where viral content can precipitate swift internal actions and provoke inter‑party debates.