Former Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim has ignited fresh political speculation in Odisha after convening a closed-door meeting with select leaders at Kuakhia in Jajpur district on Tuesday morning.
The meeting, attended by a small group of key political figures, has fueled rumours of discussions around the formation of a new regional party. The development comes amid growing dissatisfaction among certain leaders within existing parties, adding weight to speculation of a possible realignment in the state’s political landscape.
Moquim, who previously represented the Barabati-Cuttack Assembly segment, has remained in the spotlight in recent years due to political shifts and legal battles. Sources suggest that the meeting may be part of ongoing deliberations to launch a new outfit that could attract support from disgruntled leaders across party lines.
The timing of the gathering has drawn attention, particularly as the ruling BJP pushes for industrial growth and the opposition BJD faces internal challenges. Analysts believe that any move by Moquim to float a new party could reshape alliances ahead of the upcoming local elections.
Neither Moquim nor the attendees have commented publicly on the agenda. However, the event has sparked significant buzz on social media, with hashtags such as #MoquimClosedDoorMeet and #OdishaNewPartyBuzz trending locally.
