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Bengaluru boils over Waqf Bill: Citizens rage against ‘land grab’ Amendment Act (See pics)

TNN | Last updated on - Apr 8, 2025, 14:42 IST
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Citizens rally in protest

Hundreds gathered at Freedom Park, Bengaluru, on Monday to oppose the Waqf Amendment Act, demanding its immediate repeal.

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Anger over property control

Protestors claim the Act enables transfer of properties worth billions to the Waqf Board, sparking widespread public concern.


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Demands for repeal

Protestors unanimously demanded the Parliament withdraw the amended Waqf Bill, calling it unconstitutional and biased.

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United across communities

Citizens from various backgrounds came together, saying the law affects public land and private ownership rights in Karnataka.

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Accusations of land grab

Speakers at the protest alleged that the amendment is a covert attempt to legalize large-scale land grabs under Waqf control.


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Call for government response

Activists urged the Karnataka government to intervene and protect citizen-owned properties from being arbitrarily classified.

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Peaceful yet vocal protest

Despite the strong sentiments, the protest remained peaceful, with slogans, banners, and appeals to revoke the amendment act.

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Maaz Ahmed Shariff
418 days ago
Wakf is an integral component part of Islam and the Muslim community. It’s a relationship between a Wakif ( donor of Wakf) and Allah , the Supreme Commander of this World. No law can take away this right of a Muslim to dedicate his property to the Almighty. Better don’t comment without understanding the basic concept of Aukaf.
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