Waqf Bill: Understanding the Muslim Community's Perspective Before Its Introduction in Lok Sabha

The Waqf Amendment Bill is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today by Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, at 12 PM. The government aims to pass the bill following a detailed discussion. Once cleared by the Lok Sabha, it will move to the Rajya Sabha, where an eight-hour debate is scheduled on both the Waqf Amendment Bill and the Muslim Waqf Repeal Bill 2024.As the bill comes up for discussion, opposition parties are gearing up for strong resistance, leading to expectations of heated debates and possible disruptions in Parliament. The legislation has sparked significant debate within the Muslim community, with differing opinions on its impact on Waqf properties and minority rights. While the government argues that the bill introduces necessary reforms, critics see it as a move that could undermine community-held religious properties.With political tensions rising, today's session in Parliament is expected to witness intense exchanges between the ruling party and the opposition, as both sides attempt to shape the narrative around this contentious legislation.