Speculation, demand for answers and a meme-fest post AIMIM leader Baig’s expulsion

The sudden expulsion of AIMIM MLC Mirza Rahmat Baig sparked speculation, calls for answers, and a meme-fest following his dismissal. On August 28, 2026, Baig was removed from the party with immediate effect, instructed to submit his resignation to the Legislative Council Chairman Gutha Sukender Reddy. However, his bio still listed him as an MLC after the removal.

Baig's departure came after he reported threats from unknown individuals to release deepfake AI-generated content aimed at tarnishing his reputation. He maintained his innocence, stating that the alleged conspirators were attempting to defame him. The expulsion followed this incident.

Political circles are buzzing over the reasons behind Baig's expulsion, demanding clarity on the allegations against him. BJP leaders N. Ramchander Rao and N.V. Subash called for a thorough inquiry into the issue, with Subash urging a CBI investigation in a timely manner. BRS leader and former IPS officer R.S. Praveen Kumar supported Baig's suspension but urged Asaduddin Owaisi, the party president, to facilitate the sharing of evidence with his alleged victims, criticizing the sudden move as unprecedented in the party's history.

Social media platforms saw a flood of questions from users about the reasons behind Baig's dismissal, along with the emergence of humorous videos and memes poking fun at his confrontations with officials over civic and law enforcement matters. The Hindu attempted to contact Baig for a comment, but his phone was unreachable. Baig was first elected to the Assembly elections in 2018, representing the Rajendra Nagar constituency.