THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
New Delhi, Jan 30: The parliamentary panel reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill submitted its report to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday.
Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) chairperson Jagdambika Pal met Birla at his Parliament House office to hand over the document.
The report, which includes modifications proposed by ruling BJP members, was adopted on Wednesday by a 15-11 majority vote.
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Opposition members, however, strongly opposed the amendments and submitted dissent notes, criticizing the move as an attempt to weaken Waqf boards and infringe upon the constitutional rights of the Muslim community.
BJP members defended the Bill, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha in August last year, stating that it aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and modern practices in managing Waqf properties.
The opposition, on the other hand, argued that the changes interfere with the autonomy of Waqf boards and undermine their traditional role.
