The state of Uttar Pradesh, India is one of the most populous and most diverse states in India. It has a diverse cultural heritage and rich historical heritage. The state has a long history of being a home to different ethnic groups. The most well-known and prominent among these groups are the native Shias, who are concentrated in the region of Muzaffarnagar, and the native Bahais, who are concentrated in the region of Bareilly.

The native Shias and Bahais in Uttar Pradesh speak different languages and have different religions. However, they share a common bond, which is the belief in the Hindu god, Vishnu.