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Direct violation of Article 30: Opposition slams government over Waqf Amendment Bill’s introduction

By TNI Team August 8, 2024 BJP Congress Kiren Rijiju Tiruchirapalli Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju Waqf (Amendment) Bill Waqf Act 1995 Waqf properties

Opposition has labelled the bill an “attack on the Constitution” and a “draconian” assault on the freedom of religion and federal system.

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Not targeting any community: Rijiju defends Waqf (Amendment) Bill amid criticism

By TNI Team August 8, 2024 BJP Congress Kiren Rijiju Tiruchirapalli Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju Waqf (Amendment) Bill Waqf properties

Rijiju emphasised that the bill is designed to address long-standing issues within Waqf boards. He stated, “The Waqf board was captured by the mafia. We are bringing this amendment to rectify the system and address the issues that have plagued Waqf properties.”

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Direct violation of Article 30: Opposition slams government over Waqf Amendment Bill’s introduction

Not targeting any community: Rijiju defends Waqf (Amendment) Bill amid criticism

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