Today, On 8th April, The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, came into effect on April 8, 2025, after being passed by Parliament and receiving the President’s assent. The Act introduces key reforms in the governance of waqf properties across India. It aims to enhance transparency, prevent misuse, and improve administrative efficiency. The Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued an official notification confirming its enforcement.
New Delhi: The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, has officially come into force today, April 8, 2025, following its passage in Parliament and subsequent assent by President Droupadi Murmu.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has released an official notice confirming the enforcement of this Act.
President Droupadi Murmu granted her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was previously passed by Parliament amid intense debates in both Houses. Multiple petitions have already been filed in the apex court contesting the bill’s validity.
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This amendment introduces significant reforms to the management and administration of waqf properties in India.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has highlighted that the main goal of the Act is to enhance the administration and management of waqf properties across India.
The Act has faced resistance from several groups. Critics contend that it may jeopardize Muslim property rights and result in the seizure of historic mosques and properties. There are worries about the possible expansion of government control over religious assets and the impact this could have on minority rights.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has officially become law after receiving the President of India’s assent. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has officially become the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
This marks a major reform in the governance of Waqf properties across the country.
The Waqf Act, originally enacted in 1995, governs the administration of Muslim charitable endowments (Waqf properties) in India.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, which faced significant opposition from various groups, including key Muslim organizations, was approved by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday and the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.
The Waqf Amendment Bill was passed after a 12-hour-long debate, securing 288 votes in favor and 232 against.
On August 8, 2024, two significant legislative proposals, namely the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2024, were introduced in the Lok Sabha. These bills aim to enhance the efficiency of Waqf Board operations and ensure better management of Waqf properties across India.
The concept of Waqf in India dates back to the Delhi Sultanate era when Sultan Muizuddin Sam Ghaor dedicated two villages to the Jama Masjid of Multan. Over time, successive Islamic dynasties increased the number of Waqf properties.
These properties are typically donated for religious, educational, or charitable purposes and are managed by Waqf Boards established under the Act. Over the years, problems like corruption, poor management, and illegal occupation have troubled the system, leading to the need for changes and reforms.
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