Jamaat-e-Islami Hind recently shared a detailed response with the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) about the Waqf (Amendment) Bill of 2024. In this response, the organization expressed significant worries about how the proposed changes could affect the Waqf system. This system is very important to the economic and social welfare of Muslim communities. Because of these concerns, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind is asking the committee to take a second look at the bill.
The organization’s response pointed out several specific problems with the proposed changes. They are concerned that these changes might make it harder for Waqf properties to be managed effectively and independently. Waqf institutions play a vital role in funding many important programs such as schools, hospitals, and other social services within Muslim communities. Jamaat-e-Islami Hind argues that these proposed changes could weaken the purpose of Waqfs and harm the progress of the community. This bill could undermine the self-governing nature of Waqf institutions, which have long been essential for the development of Muslim society.
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind believes that the bill could cause problems for the Waqf system nationwide, as stated in their submission to the JPC. Therefore, they are requesting a thorough review of the Waqf Amendment Bill. The goal of this review would be to make sure that the bill protects and promotes the original objectives of these important institutions. The future of many community programs hangs in the balance. Thus, a complete re-evaluation is needed to ensure the long-term benefits of the Waqf system are secured.