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In a recent statement, Rajya Sabha MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi expressed concerns about the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025, suggesting that it could be deemed “unconstitutional” if challenged in court.
According to Singhvi, the bill was pushed through using the majority without proper consideration. He warned that the judiciary may intervene and declare it unconstitutional if challenged.
DMK MP M M Abdulla also criticized the passing of the bill, calling it a “black day” for democracy and minority rights. He mentioned that Chief Minister MK Stalin plans to challenge the bill in court.
Similarly, SP MP Ramji Lal Suman raised concerns about the government’s intentions behind passing the bill, stating that it was pushed through due to the majority’s support.
The Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 was approved by Parliament after a lengthy and heated debate, with Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar announcing the final vote count.
Additionally, the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2024 was also passed during the late-night session. Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the bill, stating that it will benefit millions of Muslims in India.
Rijiju addressed the concerns raised during the debate and highlighted that the revised bill incorporates suggestions from the Joint Parliamentary Committee to improve waqf property management.
Lok Sabha also approved the bill after a marathon debate, with Rijiju announcing plans to rename it the UMEED (Unified Waqf Management Empowerment Efficiency and Development) Bill.
The revised bill aims to address issues in the existing legislation and enhance the efficiency of Waqf boards through improved administration and technology integration.
(Note: This article is based on a syndicated feed and has not been altered by India Press Live staff.)
