AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on January 11, 2026, criticized the Congress party over the application of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the denial of bail to activists Khalid and Imam. Speaking in Amaravati, Maharashtra, Owaisi accused political parties of misusing secular rhetoric for electoral gains while harming marginalized communities.
“The people who talk of secularism during elections are in fact enemies of Muslims, Dalits, and tribals, as they use political secularism to gain votes,” he said. The AIMIM leader claimed that such actions reflected a double standard, where minority rights and constitutional protections were sidelined for political expediency.
Owaisi urged the government to ensure fair legal treatment and safeguard the rights of individuals under the law, highlighting concerns over arbitrary application of UAPA. He also called for transparent judicial processes and accountability to prevent misuse of power against vulnerable groups.
