The Working Committee of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind has strongly opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, calling it unconstitutional and a threat to religious rights. The body urged the government to withdraw the law and stop interference in religious matters.
Three people were killed in the Murshidabad district following violent clashes linked to protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, the police said on Saturday.
The Rajya Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, on April 4 with 128 votes in favour and 95 against. The Lok Sabha had earlier cleared the Bill following a lengthy debate, with 288 members voting in favour and 232 opposing it.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said the Waqf Amendment Act is a central law and must be implemented by all states. Responding to Mamata Banerjee, he condemned violence in Murshidabad and urged West Bengal to restore law and order.
Karnataka Minister B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan on Sunday voiced strong opposition to the Waqf Amendment Act, saying that the Karnataka government has decided not to implement this law in the state.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind chief Mahmood Madani criticised the Waqf Amendment Act, alleging it was politically driven and aimed at helping builders and land occupiers. He said it undermines promises made to Muslims and harms national and social interests.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi held a press conference on Sunday and announced that the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) will hold a public protest meeting against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.
BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government over the recent violence in Murshidabad.
Khalilur Rahaman, a TMC MP from Jangipur, condemned the recent violence in Murshidabad on Sunday, terming it "unwanted" and expressing deep sadness over the incident.
West Bengal Police have arrested 150 individuals in connection with the recent violence in the Murshidabad district, sparked by protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.