Apr 02, 2025
All You Need to Know About the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju introduces the Waqf Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, aiming to address issues related to Waqf properties
Rijiju assures that no land will be taken under the new bill, dispelling rumors about property seizures
The Joint Parliamentary Committee consulted 284 delegations from various communities across 25 states and union territories
The bill seeks to resolve long standing disputes, including claims over properties like the Parliament building
Opposition lawmakers raise issues about procedural lapses during the bill's introduction
DMK MP Tiruchi Siva argues that the bill raises questions about India's secular fabric
Rijiju emphasizes that the government does not intend to interfere with religious institutions, aiming instead to ensure transparency
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