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Religion
Madhya Pradesh First State to Appoint Non-Muslims to Waqf Board
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 07 Jul 2026, 12:02 PM
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Madhya Pradesh has made history by becoming the first state in India to reconstitute its Waqf Board to include two non-Muslim members.
In a significant move, Madhya Pradesh has become the first state in India to reconstitute its Waqf Board with the inclusion of two non-Muslim members. This decision marks a notable development in the state's administrative approach towards the Waqf Board, which traditionally manages Muslim charitable endowments.
The reconstitution of the board signifies a departure from the conventional composition, aiming to bring diverse perspectives to the management of these religious properties. The specific details regarding the non-Muslim members' roles and the rationale behind their appointment are central to this unprecedented step.
This development positions Madhya Pradesh as a pioneer in potentially redefining the operational framework of Waqf Boards across the country. The implications of this decision are likely to be closely watched by various stakeholders and legal experts.
The reconstitution of the board signifies a departure from the conventional composition, aiming to bring diverse perspectives to the management of these religious properties. The specific details regarding the non-Muslim members' roles and the rationale behind their appointment are central to this unprecedented step.
This development positions Madhya Pradesh as a pioneer in potentially redefining the operational framework of Waqf Boards across the country. The implications of this decision are likely to be closely watched by various stakeholders and legal experts.