TCN News Desk
New Delhi: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced to launch a nationwide campaign against the recent amendments to waqf laws passed by Parliament. The board had called them a direct assault on Islamic values, shariah and the constitutional principles of religious freedom and communal harmony. Declaring the move as part of a broader “communal agenda”, it has demanded that the proposed law be repealed.
The AIMPLB, in a strongly worded official statement, said, “The recent waqf amendments passed by Parliament are an assault on Islamic values, religion and shariah, religious and cultural freedom, communal harmony and the foundational structure of the Indian Constitution.”
The board stated that the support extended by certain political parties to the BJP’s “communal agenda” has exposed their “so-called secular façade”.
The AIMPLB plans to roll out its agitation in multiple phases, beginning with a week-long campaign stretching from one Friday to the next. This initial phase will focus on spreading awareness, countering misinformation and promoting peaceful and democratic methods of dissent.
“AIMPLB will lead a nationwide movement against these amendments in coordination with all religious, community-based and social organisations and the campaign will continue until the amendments are fully repealed,” the statement said.
The board reassured the Muslim community of its firm commitment to this cause, emphasising that the leadership would take all necessary steps — within the bounds of the Constitution — to resist what it sees as unjust legislation.
“The Board reassure the Muslim community of India that there is no need for despair or disappointment. The leadership will not shy away from any sacrifice in this cause and, along with all justice-seeking forces in the country, will initiate a strong movement within constitutional framework against these oppressive amendments. These sentiments and views were expressed today in a meeting of the Board’s officials and special invitees.”
AIMPLB General Secretary Maulana Muhammad Fazlur Raheem Mujaddidi stated that the organisation would challenge the law both legally and through civil protest.
“The Board will not only take the legal route to challenge these discriminatory and unjust amendments in Supreme Court but will also employ all democratic and peaceful means of protest, including demonstrations, symbolic protests such as wearing black armbands, roundtable meetings with fellow citizens and press conferences,” he said.
According to the board’s detailed plan, protests will be organised in district and state capitals across India. Symbolic arrests will be offered by Muslim leaders in each state, while district-level protests will culminate in submitting memorandums to the President of India and the Home Minister via respective district magistrates and collectors.
Under the banner of “Save Waqf, Save the Constitution”, the campaign will highlight the impact of the amendments on waqf properties and fundamental rights. The first phase will include a series of roundtable discussions aimed at dispelling “myths and misinformation promoted by the government and sectarian elements”.
The Board explained, “As part of the first phase of the movement, an entire week from one Friday to the next will be observed under the theme ‘Save Waqf, Save the Constitution’. During this period, several initiatives will be undertaken, with a major focus on organising roundtable discussions with fellow citizens. These meetings aim to counter the misinformation and false narratives being spread by the government and sectarian elements with facts and logical arguments. Similarly, a meeting will be held in Delhi with leaders of other religions and representatives of their waqf institutions.”
Major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Malappuram, Patna, Ranchi, Malerkotla and Lucknow will host large-scale protests. The campaign will be formally launched from Delhi’s Talkatora Stadium, and all events in the first phase are scheduled to continue through Eid al-Adha. Further steps will be determined afterward.
In a final appeal to the Muslim community — particularly the youth — Maulana Mujaddidi urged restraint and discipline.
“The Board appeals to all Muslims, especially the youth, to remain patient, composed and firm in their stance. Do not take any action driven by emotions that might provide opportunities for sectarian and disruptive forces.”
The board further appealed for the campaign to be conducted in an organised, planned and peaceful manner, requesting individuals not to act independently but to cooperate strictly in line with the Board’s guidance.