Srinagar: The Mutahida Majlis-E-Ulema (MMU), the prominent Muslim religious and social body representing the Muslim community in Jammu and Kashmir, has once again reached out to Shri Jagdambika Pal, Chairman Joint committee on Waqf amendment Bill, requesting an urgent meeting to discuss the proposed amendments to the Waqf Act, 2024.
These amendments have sparked significant concerns and anxiety within the community due to their potential impact on religious, social and charitable institutions.
The MMU, under the leadership of Patron Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, has emphasized the critical nature of these amendments, which could undermine the autonomy and fundamental purpose of Waqf properties.
According to a statement issued to KNS, the organization believes that the proposed changes could have far-reaching implications on the welfare and self-governance of the Muslim community in the region.
In a letter addressed to Jagdambika Pal, the MMU reiterated the importance of timely dialogue.
“Considering the gravity of the situation and its potential impact on the community, we once again request you to give us an audience at the earliest possible time,” stated Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. He stressed that Jammu and Kashmir, being a Muslim-majority state, requires its concerns to be heard and addressed thoughtfully.
The MMU’s request for a meeting highlights the urgent need for constructive discussions to address the widespread distress and apprehensions among Muslims in Jammu and Kashmir. “We believe that a meeting with your esteemed self will provide an opportunity for meaningful dialogue rather than unilateral actions,” urged the letter.
The MMU anticipates a positive response and hopes for an expedited meeting to ensure that the community’s perspectives are considered in revising the Waqf Act, 2024.(KNS)
