Centre does not seek to control Waqf Boards, but to ensure they operate within law: Nadda

In light of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, being passed in parliament and signed into law amid resistance from opposition parties, Nadda said, “We are only asking those operating (the Waqf Boards) to do it as per rules. You will have to do it as per the rules.”

The union minister, who was addressing an event at the BJP headquarters in Delhi on the party's 46th foundation day, said, “We do not seek to control the Waqf Board. Our goal is to ensure that those managing it operate within the bounds of law and adhere to established rules. The properties and funds of the Waqf Board should be dedicated to promoting education, providing healthcare and employment opportunities for the Muslim community.”

He also cited the example of Turkey and several other Muslim countries which had taken Waqf properties under their control.