Madhya Pradesh High Court Questions Wakf Board Reorganisation, Issues Notice to Officials

The Madhya Pradesh High Court in Jabalpur has taken a step to scrutinise the recent reorganisation of the state’s Wakf Board, a body that manages properties held for religious and charitable purposes.\n\nIn a formal notice, the court asked the state government to provide a detailed explanation regarding the changes made to the board’s structure and functioning.\n\nThe notice was directed at the Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh and other senior officials involved in the reorganisation process, urging them to respond within a stipulated period.\n\nThe court’s move comes amid growing concerns about transparency and accountability in the management of Wakf properties, and it is expected that the government will submit a comprehensive reply soon.