AIMIM Chief Owaisi Urges Nationwide Protest Against Waqf (Amendment) Bill

AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, calling for a nationwide protest. The bill proposes renaming and redefining Waqf properties. Owaisi claims it violates constitutional principles. The Joint Parliamentary Committee is scrutinizing the bill, seeking public and experts' views.

AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi voiced strong opposition to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, urging a nationwide protest during a gathering in Telangana.

Owaisi, speaking on behalf of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), condemned the bill, arguing it goes against constitutional principles. The AIMPLB plans a series of protests to raise awareness about the bill's perceived negative impacts.

The bill, introduced by the Modi government, proposes renaming the Waqf Act, 1995, seeking better management and efficiency. However, it faces criticism for potentially affecting inheritance rights and autonomy of Waqf properties. The Joint Parliamentary Committee will continue scrutinizing the bill, inviting further input from the public and experts.

(With inputs from agencies.)