Historically, the appeasement politics of the Congress party and its allies have granted disproportionate privileges to waqf boards, allowing them to claim vast tracts of land without sufficient oversight. This has not only marginalized Hindu interests but has also led to the unauthorized occupation of lands that rightfully belong to the public and Hindu religious institutions. The proposed amendments aim to dismantle this entrenched system of Islamic favoritism.
The introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill has garnered robust support from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partners. For over six decades, opposition parties have indulged in blatant Islamic appeasement and vote-bank politics, reducing Bharat’s so-called secularism to a mere political slogan devoid of true neutrality. They assert that previous governments lacked the courage to address these disparities, perpetuating a system where waqf boards wielded unchecked power. The current administration’s decisive action signifies a turning point, aiming to curtail the overreach of waqf authorities and prevent unwarranted claims on lands, thereby restoring balance and fairness in property rights.
On April 2, 2025, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha, aiming to reform the management of waqf properties in Bharat. The bill proposes including non-Muslim members in waqf boards and enhancing government oversight to increase transparency and curb alleged mismanagement. Rijiju emphasized that the amendments are designed to ensure waqf properties serve their intended charitable purposes without corruption.
The bill has sparked significant debate. Critics, including opposition parties and various Islamic organizations, argue that it could undermine Islamic rights and lead to government overreach in religious affairs. They contend that the inclusion of non-Muslims in waqf boards and increased governmental authority may infringe upon the autonomy of these spiritual endowments.
Despite the controversy, the bill successfully passed both houses of Parliament and now awaits presidential assent to become law. This development marks a significant shift in the governance of waqf properties, reflecting the government’s commitment to reforming religious endowment management for greater accountability.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a fiery rebuttal to the opposition during the Lok Sabha debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, exposing the Congress party’s baseless fearmongering and distortion of facts. Shah clarified that the bill does not interfere with religious rights but aims to bring transparency, prevent land misuse, and ensure accountability in the management of Waqf properties.
He tore into the opposition’s rhetoric of “4D assault on the Constitution” — Democracy, Diversity, Dialogue, and Dissent — calling it a fabricated narrative to mislead minorities. Shah asserted that democracy is strengthened by transparency, diversity is protected through inclusive governance, and true dialogue cannot be based on lies. He questioned Congress’s track record, asking why, for decades, Waqf Boards functioned like private empires with no audits or checks on land and funds.
Amit Shah especially attacked Congress for opposing a clause that allows judicial oversight before declaring any property as Waqf, asking, “Why are you scared of a district judge verifying land claims? What are you hiding?” He emphasized that the bill ensures no individual’s land is wrongfully taken under the Waqf label and that all genuine claims must stand up to legal scrutiny. Shah accused Congress of using Waqf politics for appeasement, not empowerment.
In a sharp conclusion, Shah declared, “This government will not allow Waqf to be used as a political tool anymore.” He reiterated that the Modi government stands for justice, accountability, and national interest, not vote-bank politics. The speech marked a strong stance by the NDA in cleansing decades of institutional misuse under the Congress era and restoring fairness in religious property administration.
Shri Ramdas Athawale, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment and a dedicated follower of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, delivered a notable speech in the Rajya Sabha supporting the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Known for his distinctive oratory style, Athawale infused his address with humor and poetry, effectively engaging the House while underscoring the bill’s significance. He asserted that the bill is constitutional and aims to integrate every minority community, emphasizing its role in bringing necessary reforms to managing Waqf properties.
In his address, Athawale highlighted the government’s commitment to genuine service over mere rhetoric, stating, “We believe in real service, not lip service… I stand in support of the (Waqf) Bill as its sole purpose is to bring reforms in managing the Waqf properties.” His remarks underscored the intent to ensure transparency and efficiency in Waqf property administration, aligning with the broader goals of social justice and empowerment.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju presented the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha and criticized the opposition, particularly the Congress party, for what he described as decades of misleading the Islamic community for political gain. He asserted that previous administrations had made questionable alterations to waqf laws, leading to mismanagement and unauthorized claims over public and private properties. Rijiju highlighted instances where government assets, including prominent buildings, were allegedly denotified and transferred to waqf boards without proper justification.
Addressing concerns raised by opposition members, Rijiju clarified that the government’s intent is not to interfere in religious institutions but to ensure that waqf properties are managed effectively and transparently. He pointed out that the bill incorporates recommendations from the Joint Parliamentary Committee and has undergone extensive consultations. Rijiju also noted that the proposed amendments would empower state governments by providing them with the authority to oversee waqf properties within their jurisdictions, thereby decentralizing control and promoting local accountability.
In a fiery and unapologetic address during the Rajya Sabha debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi exposed the systematic exploitation of Waqf provisions that led to the encroachment of public and temple lands. He highlighted that under the guise of secularism, certain political entities, notably the Congress party, facilitated the unlawful appropriation of lands, including those belonging to Hindu temples, by the Waqf Board. Trivedi’s remarks underscored the urgent need to rectify these historical injustices and restore the sanctity of Hindu heritage sites.
Trivedi drew a sharp contrast between the Bhudan Movement, which aimed at land donation for societal benefit, and the current scenario under the leadership of the Gandhi family, which he described as a ‘land-grabbing movement’. He questioned the disproportionate powers vested in the Waqf Board, pointing out instances where even iconic structures like the Taj Mahal have been claimed under Waqf, challenging the legitimacy and extent of such claims.
Emphasizing the primacy of the Constitution over religious edicts, Trivedi asserted that Bharat’s governance should be dictated by constitutional principles rather than sectarian mandates. He criticized the opposition for perpetuating vote-bank politics. He underscored the government’s commitment to ensuring that no religious institution wields unchecked authority, especially when it infringes upon the rights and heritage of the majority community.
Trivedi’s speech serves as a clarion call for Hindus to recognize and challenge the systematic encroachments on their sacred lands and heritage. It underscores the imperative to safeguard Bharat’s cultural and religious integrity against political machinations that seek to undermine the rights and sentiments of the Hindu community.
In his impassioned speech on the Waqf Amendment Bill, Tejasvi Surya vehemently criticized the Waqf Board’s alleged encroachments on lands traditionally belonging to Hindu temples and communities. He asserted that the Board has overstepped its authority by claiming ownership of properties with longstanding significance to Hindus, thereby threatening the cultural and religious heritage of the community. Surya emphasized that such actions not only undermine the rights of Hindu devotees but also disrupt communal harmony by fostering unnecessary disputes over sacred lands.
Furthermore, Surya highlighted specific instances where the Waqf Board has reportedly issued notices to farmers, declaring their ancestral lands as Waqf property without substantial evidence or due process. He pointed out that in Karnataka’s Vijayapura district alone, approximately 1,500 acres have been controversially designated as Waqf property, causing distress among Hindu farmers who have tilled these lands for generations. Surya called upon the Joint Parliamentary Committee to include testimonies from these affected farmers to shed light on the local implications of the Waqf Board’s actions. He passionately argued that such overreach by the Waqf Board exemplifies a systemic bias against Hindus, urging legislative reforms to protect the property rights and cultural sanctity of Hindu communities across the nation.
In his bold address during the discussion on the Waqf Amendment Bill, Ravi Shankar Prasad delivered a message of national unity. He shared belonging, reminding the House that Bharat belongs to Muslims as much as Hindus. However, he powerfully questioned the narrative being pushed by those exploiting religious identities for political gain. In a sharp critique of “vote-bank politics,” he warned that if the ideals of the Muslim community are shaped by opportunistic political actors rather than true national heroes, it would not be acceptable to the nation. His remarks reflect a deep respect for Bharat’s pluralism while rejecting sectarian manipulation for electoral advantage.
Prasad invokes national icons like Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, APJ Abdul Kalam, Abdul Hamid, and Ashfaqulla Khan, highlighting that Muslim identity in Bharat is rooted in patriotism and contribution to the nation, not divisive politics. He celebrated figures like Raskhan and Kabir, symbols of spiritual unity, and pointed to national pride felt when Muslims like Mohammad Shami and Sania Mirza bring laurels to the country. His words resonate with the sentiment that Bharat’s soul is inclusive but must be protected from those who sow division for political gain. This speech serves as both a warning against communal appeasement and a call to honour the true legacy of Bharatiya Muslims, rooted in sacrifice, unity, and nationalism.
Rajiv Ranjan Singh decisively countered the narrative that the Bill is anti-Muslim, calling it a misguided attempt to stir communal fears. He clarified that Waqf is not a religious institution but a trust—a legal entity meant to work in the interest of the Muslim community. He rightly pointed out that branding the Bill as anti-Muslim is a diversionary tactic, one that seeks to politicize a matter of public accountability and transparency. His words cut through the noise and emphasized that this Bill is about governance, not faith, and its purpose is to address systemic issues that have gone unrectified for decades.
Singh further highlighted that the Waqf Board, as a trust, has failed to do justice to all sections of the Muslim community and that such internal mismanagement cannot be hidden under the veil of religious identity. His statement stands as a bold critique of those who exploit Waqf institutions for selective benefits while sidelining the broader welfare of underprivileged Muslims. By reinforcing that the Bill aims to ensure fairness, transparency, and inclusivity, Singh broke the binary of pro- or anti-community rhetoric, instead focusing on justice, reform, and accountability. His stance represents a mature and secular approach that should be appreciated across party lines.
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh clarified that JD(U) stands firm on its principles of real secularism, rooted in accountability, fairness, and justice for all, not selective appeasement. His sharp remark — “JD(U) and CM Nitish Kumar do not need to learn the definition of secularism from Congress” — was a direct rebuttal to those trying to mislead the public by painting the Bill as anti-Muslim. Singh emphasized that true secularism demands transparency and equal treatment, not unchecked powers to any religious body, including the Waqf Board.
By asserting that JD(U) will state its position in Parliament, Singh also reminded the nation that secularism is not about pandering to any community, but about ensuring justice and eliminating misuse. The proposed reforms in the Waqf structure aim to protect both Muslim beneficiaries and non-Muslim citizens from arbitrary land claims and ensure that the trust truly serves its intended social purpose.
BJP MP Dr. Nishikant Dubey delivered a scathing critique of the historical and ongoing appeasement politics surrounding Waqf properties in Bharat. He boldly questioned the legitimacy of the expansive control exercised by Waqf Boards, highlighting that no other nation grants such unchecked authority to religious trusts. Dubey’s remarks exposed the Congress party’s historical pandering to minority sentiments, suggesting that the original Waqf Act was a product of vote-bank politics aimed at Islamic appeasement. He challenged the opposition, asking pointedly, “Do you want Bharat to be an Islamic State?” thereby underscoring the potential dangers of prioritizing religious interests over national unity and secular governance.
Furthermore, Dubey demanded accountability from prominent political figures, notably Sonia Gandhi, for their complicity in what he termed the ‘bulldozing’ of the original Waqf legislation through Parliament. He called for an apology, asserting that such actions represented a brazen assault on constitutional values and parliamentary procedures. Dubey’s speech resonated with those advocating for transparency, equality, and removing religious biases in legislative matters. His uncompromising stance served as a clarion call to reclaim national integrity from the clutches of sectarian politics, emphasizing that Bharat’s legislative framework must reflect its secular ethos and not be held hostage by any religious orthodoxy.
In the Rajya Sabha, BJP MP Dr. Radha Mohan Das Agarwal delivered a powerful and fact-based speech that exposed the misuse of Waqf properties under the guise of religion and politics. He accused leaders from the Congress and the entire INDI-Alliance of illegally encroaching upon properties meant for poor Muslims. He asserted their opposition to the amendment stems from the fear of losing this control.
Dr. Agarwal highlighted that in Uttar Pradesh alone, around 74% of Waqf properties are under illegal occupation, showcasing a massive land scam operating under religious protection. He pointed out that in Telangana, more than 50% of Waqf properties are built on government land, indicating blatant encroachment on public assets. Citing the Quran, he stated that Islam demands proper documentation and accountability in all financial dealings — yet, Waqf Boards fail to maintain even basic records of properties and transactions.
He further questioned how properties donated by non-Muslims or Hindus could be brought under Waqf control when Islam does not accept prayers or rituals conducted by non-Muslims. This, he said, is not only religiously contradictory but also amounts to a fraudulent land grab under religious pretext.
Dr. Agarwal boldly asserted that Waqf Boards have functioned like land mafias under political protection, and that the true victims are poor Muslims, whose welfare these trusts were supposed to serve. He called out the vote-bank politics played in the name of secularism and demanded transparency and fairness in how Waqf properties are managed.
In a resounding affirmation of Hindutva principles, Dr. Shrikant Eknath Shinde, representing the Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, delivered a forceful endorsement of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, during its presentation in the Lok Sabha. Speaking on behalf of his party and under the guidance of his father, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Dr. Shinde unequivocally supported the bill, hailing it as a revolutionary measure poised to uplift the marginalized Islamic community.
Dr. Shinde’s speech was not merely an endorsement but a vehement critique of the opposition’s stance, particularly targeting the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT). Upon hearing Arvind Sawant’s remarks opposing the bill, he expressed profound disappointment: “It was very shocking. I want to ask UBT a question: they should ask their conscience whether they would have spoken the same had Balasaheb (Thackeray) been alive today.”
Dr. Shinde emphasized that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill aligns seamlessly with the Hindutva ideology championed by Balasaheb Thackeray, focusing on national unity and respect for all religions. He asserted that the bill is a continuation of the government’s efforts to rectify historical injustices, following landmark decisions like the abrogation of Article 370, the Triple Talaq ban, and the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
In a scathing rebuke of the UBT’s opposition, Dr. Shinde remarked: “They had a golden opportunity to rectify their mistakes, rewrite their history, and keep their ideology alive… But UBT bulldozed their ideology beforehand. He would have been pained if had Balasaheb been here today and read UBT’s dissent note.”
In the Rajya Sabha, BJP National President and Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda exposed the gross misuse and unchecked powers of the Waqf Boards, which were consistently abused under successive Congress regimes. Nadda clarified that the Waqf Amendment Bill was a legislative move and a corrective revolution against the decades-long appeasement politics that enabled the silent encroachment of public and temple lands across Bharat. He highlighted how even government properties, lakes, and land associated with Hindu temples were wrongly declared as Waqf—without notice, consent, or legal recourse—proving how Waqf Boards had become a parallel authority operating beyond the Constitution.
Strongly rebuking the Congress and its allies, Nadda also reminded the nation how Muslim women were denied basic rights for decades under the guise of secularism. While most Islamic countries abolished Triple Talaq long ago, Congress kept Bharat’s Muslim women oppressed for vote-bank politics. This same mindset fuels the resistance to the Waqf Amendment Bill because, for the opposition, power and control over Waqf properties matter more than justice or accountability.
Nadda’s speech was a clarion call for Hindus to awaken to the quiet land jihad happening across the country through misused Waqf powers. He emphasized that no religious board or community should be above the law and that this bill will finally bring transparency and justice to the long-ignored victims—be they Hindus, Dalits, or backward Muslims—whose lands were usurped in the name of religion. This isn’t just a bill but a bold step toward reclaiming constitutional equality and restoring faith in India’s secular framework without minority appeasement.
Most NDA members gave neutral statements during the debate, but as Hindus, we know the bitter truth of what happened behind the scenes—how our lands were quietly taken and our voices silenced. With this new bill, that silent exploitation ends, and a new chapter of justice for Hindus begins.
For decades, the Waqf Board functioned like a parallel authority—seizing Hindu-owned lands, temples, and even public properties without accountability. From villages in Karnataka to cities like Bhopal and Hyderabad, countless Hindus have suffered land encroachments and denied justice. At the same time, the Congress and other secular parties looked away in the name of minority rights. The Waqf Board operated like a state within a state—unchecked, unquestioned, and deeply politicized.
The Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, is not just legislation—it is retribution and reform. BJP, under the leadership of Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and supported by leaders like Tejasvi Surya and Anil Agarwal, gave voice to decades of Hindu anguish. They exposed how Congress silently enabled Waqf excesses while suppressing Hindu grievances. This bill finally brings Waqf properties under judicial review, mandates public notifications, and stops arbitrary land grabbing without consent from actual landowners.
This amendment is a turning point for Hindus—especially those from poor, rural, and marginalized backgrounds—whose ancestral lands were being stolen in silence. It ends a long era of minority appeasement at the cost of Hindu rights. It is a signal that the time has come for reclamation—of land, of dignity, and of equal treatment under the law. The Hindu community can now breathe a little easier, knowing the Constitution finally protects them too.
