Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has proposed sending the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). The JPC is a parliamentary committee that scrutinizes bills and provides recommendations to the government. This move comes after the bill faced criticism and concerns regarding its provisions.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 aims to amend the existing Waqf Act of 1995. It seeks to streamline the administration of Waqf properties and ensure their proper utilization. However, certain sections of the bill have raised concerns among some stakeholders, who argue that it could negatively impact the autonomy and functioning of the Waqf board.
The JPC will now examine the bill in detail and hold consultations with various stakeholders, including experts, legal professionals, and representatives of Waqf boards. This process will allow for a comprehensive evaluation of the bill’s provisions and its potential impact on the Waqf system.
The JPC’s recommendations will then be presented to the Parliament for consideration. The government will then make a final decision on whether to accept or reject the recommendations and proceed with the bill’s passage.
