AIMIM expels MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig over alleged video…
AIMIM expelled MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig following an alleged video leak controversy that the politician claims is a deepfake created for political extortion
- Incident date
- Aug 2026
- Target
- Mirza Rahmath Baig
In late August 2026, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) expelled Member of Legislative Council (MLC) Mirza Rahmath Baig, citing controversy surrounding an alleged video leak. The party directed Baig to resign from his position in the Telangana Legislative Council immediately, though it did not publicly disclose the specific contents or nature of the footage involved.
What happened
The situation emerged following a complaint filed by Baig with the Hyderabad cybercrime police. Prior to his expulsion, Baig alleged that he was being targeted by individuals attempting to extort money from him. He claimed the perpetrators threatened to release morphed photos and deepfake videos intended to defame him and damage his political standing. Baig maintained that he refused to meet the financial demands and sought police intervention.
Following the party's announcement, social media discourse intensified, with various users attempting to identify or circulate materials related to the controversy. A brief five-second clip later surfaced via a local YouTuber, showing an unidentified man, though the authenticity of this footage remains unconfirmed. While the party has taken formal action against him, Baig has maintained his innocence, asserting in a video recorded from Saudi Arabia—where he traveled to perform Umrah—that the controversial material is a fake, AI-generated product designed to harm his reputation. As of the latest reports, Baig has not submitted his resignation to the Chairman of the Legislative Council.