Delhi Waqf Board Told to Approach Court as Central Vista Project Progresses

The Delhi High Court advised the Delhi Waqf Board to approach the court if action is taken against its properties concerning the Central Vista Redevelopment Project. The board was asked to withdraw its 2021 petition but can file a fresh plea if needed. The court reiterated its trust in the Centre's assurances regarding the preservation of the board's properties.

The Delhi High Court told the Delhi Waqf Board on Monday that it could approach the court whenever the Centre takes any action against its properties related to the Central Vista Redevelopment Project.

Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav pointed out that the project has Supreme Court approval and asked the board to withdraw its 2021 petition, which sought directions for the preservation and protection of six properties in the area.

The senior counsel representing the petitioner clarified that the board was not opposing the Central Vista project but sought assurance against dispossession. The court allowed the board to withdraw its petition with the liberty to file a new plea if necessary, noting that the properties in question are over 100 years old and have been used continuously for religious purposes.