Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:05pm on 01 Apr 2025,Tuesday Politics
Opposition parties, including Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and CPI(M), have vowed to oppose the Waqf Amendment Bill, calling it "divisive" and unconstitutional. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge said they would fight it "tooth and nail" in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. The BJP-led government, with a strong majority, has allocated eight hours for debate. AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi labeled it a "Waqf barbaad bill," accusing the government of targeting Muslim religious freedom. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju dismissed opposition claims as misleading. Congress and BJP have issued whips to ensure attendance as tensions rise in Parliament. (PC:
