NEW DELHI: In a move likely to spark heated debates and become a significant political issue for the Opposition, the Modi government is reportedly preparing to introduce a Bill in Parliament proposing 40 amendments to the Waqf Act. The proposed amendments received the NDA-III government's nod during a late evening meeting of the Union Cabinet on Friday. The amendments aim to address longstanding issues surrounding the administration of waqf properties, which are among the country's largest landholdings. The proposed amendments are part of a broader strategy by the NDA-III government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Key provisions of the likely Bill may include the appointment of independent auditors to review the administration of waqf properties and guidelines for waqf lands.

Source: Indian Express August 04, 2024 12:01 UTC