SC to Rule on Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 on Monday

September 13, 2025

New Delhi: The Supreme Court will deliver its order on September 15 regarding pleas seeking suspension of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. A bench of CJI Bhushan R Gavai and Justice AG Masih had reserved its verdict in May after hearing 21 petitions challenging the law.

Digital Registration Directive

In June, the Centre directed that all waqf properties be registered on the UMEED portal within six months. The court, however, declined to stay the notification in August, saying judgment on the broader issue had already been reserved.

Petitioners’ Concerns

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued the law unfairly shifts the burden of registration to custodians, punishing the community for the state’s failure to conduct surveys since 1954. Petitioners also objected to provisions restricting dedication of waqf to practising Muslims and banning waqf creation on tribal land.

Centre’s Defence

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta defended the amendments as measures to improve transparency and prevent misuse. He maintained that only Muslims can dedicate waqf property and said the bar on tribal land aimed to protect indigenous communities.

Wider Implications

The ruling is expected to significantly impact the management of waqf properties and shape the implementation of the new law across India.