BJD rally demands withdrawal of Waqf (Amendment) Bill
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) held a rally here on Sunday demanding the withdrawal of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. The rally organised by BJD Minority cell was held near the Raj Bhavan here where protestors raised slogans demanding the withdrawal of the bill as they claimed it would affect harmony among the community.
The government has listed 16 bills, including the Waqf Amendment Bill, , for consideration in the Winter Session of Parliament beginning on Monday.
The protestors also submitted a memorandum to President of India through the District Collector of Khurda where they made certain suggestions and expressed concerns regarding the proposed amendments to the Waqf Act, 1995.
«We urge that this proposed bill be withdrawn and that comprehensive consultations be held with stakeholders to address their concerns before any amendments are introduced in Parliament. We, as concerned citizens, are committed to the welfare of our nation, trust in your esteemed office to uphold justice and fairness in this matter», the memorandum said.
In the memorandum, the BJD Minority cell said that the proposed changes in the Waqf Bill have «far reaching implications» on the autonomy, protection, and governance of Waqf properties, considered as sacred and integral to the religious and social welfare of the Muslim community.
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