Supreme Court to Pronounce Interim Order on Waqf Act on Sept 15

New Delhi, Sept 13: The Supreme Court of India has scheduled an interim order on matters related to the Waqf Act for September 15, after hearing arguments on public interest petitions and challenges concerning the law's application and administration, Daily Excelsior reports.

What Happened in Court

During the hearing, counsel representing petitioners and respondents placed oral submissions before a Constitution Bench/Division Bench (bench composition as reported in the original coverage). The bench, after considering the submissions and seeking clarifications on certain legal and administrative points, decided to reserve an interim order to be pronounced on September 15.

Issues Under Consideration

Though the court’s detailed note will appear in the order, the matters pressed in the petitions broadly relate to the legal framework governing waqf properties — including oversight, protection of waqf assets, appointment and powers of waqf authorities, and procedural safeguards for beneficiaries. Petitioners urged the court to direct remedial and supervisory measures to protect waqf endowments and ensure transparent administration.

Reactions & Implications

Legal experts say an interim direction from the Supreme Court could have immediate administrative consequences for how waqf boards and related authorities operate pending final disposal of the petitions. Any stay or direction could also shape the approach of state and central authorities toward registration, audit and protection of waqf properties.

What to Expect Next

The court's interim order — to be pronounced on September 15 — may provide temporary directions to protect the status quo or may instruct authorities to take specific steps to preserve waqf assets. Observers will be watching for whether the bench issues any urgent administrative directions, stays or supervisory writs until the petitions are finally decided.

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Source: Daily Excelsior (Read Original)

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