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“Nearly 6 crore emails On Waqf Amendment Bill”

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New Delhi | Friday | 20 September 2024

As the deadline to submit suggestions to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 draws near, the battle over the bill has intensified. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) claims to have mobilized nearly 6 crore emails in opposition to the bill. In contrast, right-wing organizations and the BJP are working to rally support in favor of the legislation.

AIMPLB spokesperson Dr. S.Q.R. Ilyas shared a striking update on the board’s efforts, revealing that they had sent 3.48 crore emails by last midnight, with MURAC contributing 89 lakh emails and other organizations contributing 95 lakh. According to him, over 5 crore emails had been sent from the Indian Muslim community to the JPC. "This reflects their determination to uphold Islamic Sharia and their commitment to preserving their religious identity in the face of persecution,” he said.

As per updates from AIMPLB’s WhatsApp channel, the number of emails has crossed 4 crores and continues to rise. AIMPLB President Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani expressed gratitude to the Muslim community for responding to the board's call, hoping that the government would respect democratic principles and withdraw the bill.

 

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As the deadline for submitting suggestions to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 approaches, the Muslim community has launched a massive campaign to oppose the bill. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) claims to have sent nearly 6 crore emails to the JPC, with the number continuing to rise. The campaign has gained momentum across the country, with mosques becoming central hubs for the email campaign. Muslim organizations have joined forces, urging people to express their disapproval of the bill by emailing the JPC.
 
The AIMPLB has confirmed that Maharashtra leads the opposition to the bill, followed by Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and other states. The board's secretary, Maulana Umarin Mahfooz Rahmani, is optimistic that the number of responses will continue to grow as the deadline approaches. The campaign has seen active participation from elders, youth, and women alike, sending a clear message that the Muslim community opposes any move perceived as detrimental to Waqf properties. The BJP has also stepped up its efforts to garner support for the bill, creating a clear divide between the two sides.

 

This strong opposition from the Muslim community has sparked a nationwide movement. Several Muslim organizations have joined forces, urging people to express their disapproval of the bill by emailing the JPC. On the other hand, the BJP has also become increasingly active in promoting support for the bill, creating a clear divide between the two sides.

The Joint Parliamentary Committee is scheduled to meet on September 18, 19, and 20, 2024, at Parliament House Annexe, where officials from various ministries, experts, and stakeholders will present their views. On September 19, input from experts like Prof. Faizan Mustafa and various Muslim organizations, including the Pasmanda Muslim Mahaaz and AIMPLB, will be reviewed. The following day, suggestions from other organizations, such as the All India Sajjadanashin Council and Muslim Rashtriya Manch, will be considered.

Amid the preparations for these meetings, confusion arose over the deadline for submitting opinions to the JPC. Initially, some reports suggested that the deadline was September 13, while others extended it to September 15. AIMPLB General Secretary Maulana Fazlur Rahim Mujaddidi clarified in a video statement that the correct deadline for submissions was midnight on September 15.

In response, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi issued a passionate call to action, urging supporters to act quickly. He advised them to photocopy the QR code linked to the bill, distribute it at mosque gates, and have worshippers scan the code and email their objections after Friday prayers.

Friday prayers across the nation have played a significant role in this campaign, with imams raising the issue in their sermons and encouraging congregants to participate in the email campaign. Major Muslim organizations such as Jamiat-e-Ulama Hind, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, and Imarat-e-Shariah Bihar, Odisha, and Jharkhand have been particularly active. Women have also been urged to participate in large numbers to ensure widespread representation.

The AIMPLB confirmed that Maharashtra leads the opposition to the bill, followed by Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and several other states. AIMPLB secretary Maulana Umarin Mahfooz Rahmani is optimistic that the number of responses will continue to grow as the deadline approaches, reflecting the community’s awareness of the bill’s potential impact on Waqf properties. According to him, initial awareness about the bill’s dangers was limited, but social media campaigns have educated the public, leading to greater involvement.

Maulana Rahmani stated that after this first phase, AIMPLB is planning further actions. Meetings with Members of Parliament and opposition leaders, including Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu, are ongoing to persuade them to withdraw their support for the bill. If these efforts fail, the board may pursue legal action.

In many mosques, students have been seen encouraging worshippers to scan QR codes and send their objections after prayers. The movement has united people of all ages, with elders, youth, and women actively participating. This demonstrates the community’s unified stance against what is perceived as an attack on Waqf properties.

On the BJP’s side, efforts to support the bill are also gaining momentum. Women in Mumbai associated with social and political groups have been going door-to-door in various localities, encouraging others to support the bill. Similar awareness campaigns have been observed across cities like Hyderabad, Aurangabad, Nanded, and Bengaluru, as well as parts of Rajasthan.

In some places, like Malegaon, young madrasa students have organized rallies, carrying digital banners and placards to raise awareness. A delegation from the Rahmani Foundation even traveled to Delhi with over 30,000 handwritten submissions opposing the bill.

In Hyderabad, Darul Uloom Rashidiya launched a campaign against the Waqf Amendment Bill, while in Akola, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind organized a press conference to denounce the bill. Similarly, in cities like Yavatmal and Aurangabad, youth and local leaders have held press conferences and awareness campaigns to urge the public to oppose the bill.

Across Uttar Pradesh, mosques in cities such as Meerut, Deoband, Muzaffarnagar, and Saharanpur have been encouraging congregants to submit objections after Friday prayers. In Rajasthan, demonstrations and awareness marches have taken place in cities like Jaipur, Kota, and Alwar, with local organizations distributing barcodes for email submissions.

In Jammu and Kashmir, the Muttahida Majlis-e-Ulema, an alliance of Muslim religious bodies, has submitted a detailed letter to the JPC, requesting a meeting to oppose the bill.

Meanwhile, in Mumbai, the Mira-Bhayandar Mosques Federation has initiated a campaign to ensure that postal submissions are also sent, particularly by elderly individuals who may not be familiar with technology.

The Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 has ignited unprecedented mobilization within the Muslim community, with millions voicing their opposition. Whether this massive email campaign will succeed in influencing the government’s stance remains to be seen, but the next few days will be crucial in determining the bill’s future.

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