The BRS has accused the Congress-led Telangana government of betraying minorities and implementing the BJP’s Waqf Act amendments. Party leaders announced mosque protests on October 3 to highlight unfulfilled promises, including the Minority Declaration.
Justice B Vijaysen Reddy of the Telangana High Court has ordered status quo on Waqf properties in Kodangal following the demolition of religious structures during a road-widening drive. The writ petition, filed by Irshad Ali Khan, argued that the action violated the Waqf Act and constitutional protections.
The Telangana High Court has ordered a status quo on Waqf properties in Kodangal, including three graveyards, an Ashoor Khana, and a Dargah, following demolitions by the Kodangal municipality. The court restrained authorities from further interference until further orders
Speaking to the media, he reiterated that the Act is unconstitutional, claiming that the 'black law' was made by the BJP with the support of NDA's supporting parties
The Opposition claimed that the Centre is "bulldozing the legislation" as it alleged to not be given the time for amendments since the bill was brought to the notice of the House
As the Joint Parliament Committee (JPC) report on the Waqf Amendment Bill is expected to be presented in the winter session, TDP’s Muslim leaders have urged Chandrababu Naidu to oppose the proposed amendments to the Waqf Act, according to party sources.
Sources indicate that the government consulted Muslim intellectuals and organizations for suggestions on reforms before amending the Waqf Board Act, with 32-40 amendments under consideration
