I.P. Gupta, the national president of the Indian Inclusive Party (IIP) and a legislator from Saharsa, attended the founding day of Asaduddin Owaisi's party, AIMIM, as a chief guest on Saturday in Hyderabad. This event has fueled discussions regarding his political alignment as he is currently a part of the Mahagathbandhan coalition in Bihar. Given his position as the sole MLA from his party, the implications of his potential departure from the coalition raise significant questions about the future political landscape in Bihar.

The backdrop of this political maneuvering is rooted in the context of the Bihar assembly elections, where Gupta had previously collaborated with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress, alongside other parties. The current dynamics suggest that there are no apparent obstacles for Gupta to shift alliances, especially since he has been recognized and supported by AIMIM on various issues, including the demand for reservations. This recognition may indicate a broader strategy by Owaisi's party to expand its influence in Bihar by embracing new faces like Gupta.

The AIMIM’s decision to honor its five elected legislators from Bihar and eight corporators from the Mumbai Corporation during this event further hints at a strategic outreach aimed at consolidating its standing in Indian politics. As political speculations intensify over Gupta's potential transition from Mahagathbandhan to AIMIM, it highlights the ongoing fluidity and realignment within party politics across states, particularly as alliances shift in response to electoral strategies and local governance issues.