MRM Delegation Meets JPC Chairman Jagdambika Pal
Discussion on Waqf Amendment Bill 2024
In New Delhi, a four-member team from the Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) met with Jagdambika Pal, the Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), to discuss the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024. The delegation was led by National Convener Shahid Akhtar and included Shahid Sayeed, Imran Chaudhary, and Tahir Mustafa.
The meeting focused on improving the management of Waqf properties, which are important for the Muslim community’s development in areas like education and healthcare. The MRM presented suggestions for better transparency and management of these assets.
Jagdambika Pal appreciated the MRM’s efforts and assured them that their proposals would be considered during the legislative review. The meeting ended with a commitment to enhance the Waqf system for the community’s benefit.
Upcoming JPC Meeting
A two-day JPC meeting on the Waqf Amendment Bill is scheduled for October 14. The committee will submit its report to the Lok Sabha by the end of the first week of the next parliament session. The bill aims to reform Waqf property management, addressing issues like mismanagement and corruption.
Doubts Revealed
MRM -: MRM stands for Muslim Rashtriya Manch, which is an organization in India that works for the welfare of the Muslim community and promotes national integration.
JPC -: JPC stands for Joint Parliamentary Committee, which is a group of members from both houses of the Indian Parliament. They come together to discuss and review specific bills or issues.
Jagdambika Pal -: Jagdambika Pal is an Indian politician who is currently serving as the Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee. He plays a key role in discussing and reviewing bills like the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024.
Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 -: The Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 is a proposed law in India aimed at improving the management of Waqf properties. Waqf properties are assets donated for religious or charitable purposes in the Muslim community.
Lok Sabha -: Lok Sabha is the lower house of India’s Parliament, where elected representatives discuss and pass laws. It is similar to a big meeting where important decisions for the country are made.
