Six States Approach Supreme Court in Support of Waqf Amendment Act, 2025

Ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on April 16 regarding petitions challenging the Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, six states - Assam, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Maharashtra have filed intervention applications in support of the legislation.

They argue that the Act introduces essential reforms, enhances transparency, and addresses the misuse of Section 40, which previously allowed Waqf Boards to claim properties without adequate checks.

The amendment mandates public notice before any property is designated as Waqf. Assam highlighted Section 3E, which prohibits the creation of Waqf in Scheduled Tribal Areas.

The states told the Court they are “necessary and proper parties” as they are responsible for implementing the Act and possess relevant data to assist in proper adjudication.