Passage of Waqf (Amendment) Bill and Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill marks a watershed moment, says PM Modi

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NEW DELHI, APRIL 04 (STC): Amid continued hue and cry over the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill of 2025, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called it a “watershed moment” that would help the marginalised, who have been “denied both voice and opportunity.”
Taking to his X handle, the PM Modi said: “The passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill by both Houses of Parliament marks a watershed moment in our collective quest for socio-economic justice, transparency and inclusive growth. This will particularly help those who have long remained on the margins, thus being denied both voice and opportunity.”
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to all the MPs who contributed to strengthening the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill.
“Gratitude to all Members of Parliament who participated in the Parliamentary and Committee discussions voiced their perspectives and contributed to the strengthening of these legislations. A special thanks also to the countless people who sent their valuable inputs to the Parliamentary committee. Yet again, the importance of extensive debate and dialogue has been reaffirmed,” the PM said.
He said that for decades, the Waqf system was synonymous with lack of transparency and accountability. This especially harmed the interests of Muslim women, poor Muslims, Pasmanda Muslims. “The legislations passed by Parliament will boost transparency and also safeguard people’s rights,” he added.
He said that the central government was committed to prioritising the dignity of every citizen. (Input from agencies)