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Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025: Constitutional Assurances vs State Oversight By Advocate Sudhakar Kumar | GulKishan Advocates Chamber The **Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025** has been enacted to bring greater oversight, transparency and accountability to the management of Waqf properties across India. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} However, it has triggered strong reactions from minority bodies, legal scholars, and political entities, resulting in multiple petitions in the Supreme Court challenging its constitutional validity. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} 1. Key Changes Introduced by the Amendment Revised appointment rules for the Central Waqf Council and State Waqf Boards. “Waqf by user” concept subjected to stricter regulation, audit, and review. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Enhanced reporting, digitization and registration obligations on Waqf institutions. Provisions restricting de-notification or alteration of Waqf properties until adjudication. :co...