When did the Parliament pass the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025?

1. Background
The original Waqf Act, 1995 governs the administration of Waqf properties (religious endowments in Islam).
Over time, concerns were raised about lack of transparency, misuse of properties, and poor governance.
The 2025 amendment was introduced to modernize and streamline the management of Waqf assets.
2. Passage in Parliament
Lok Sabha: Approved the Bill on 3 April 2025.
Rajya Sabha: After a 14-hour debate, the Bill was passed in the early hours of 4 April 2025, with 128 members voting in favor and 95 against.
Assent: The Bill became law after receiving Presidential assent on 5 April 2025.
3. Key Provisions
Transparency: Stronger rules for auditing and monitoring Waqf properties.
Coordination: Better integration between Waqf Boards and local/state authorities.
Protection: Safeguards for heritage sites and community interests.
Efficiency: Streamlined processes for property registration and dispute resolution.
4. Significance
The government emphasized that the law is aimed at improving governance and efficiency, not targeting any community.
The opposition, however, expressed concerns that it might reduce autonomy of Waqf institutions.
Overall, the Bill represents a major step in reforming religious endowment management in India.
In short: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was passed in early April 2025 (Lok Sabha on 3rd, Rajya Sabha on 4th, assent on 5th), aiming to bring transparency, efficiency, and better protection to Waqf properties.