April 17, 2025 | New Delhi: The Central government has informed the Supreme Court that it will temporarily suspend the implementation of two contentious provisions of the amended Waqf Act for one week. This development comes just a day after the Supreme Court signaled its intent to potentially stay parts of the legislation.
The move is seen as a response to growing legal scrutiny and public concern over the amended provisions, which have drawn criticism from various quarters. By offering a temporary pause, the government appears to be buying time while the apex court continues to hear the matter.
Observers note that the Supreme Court’s intervention could lead to further examination of the Act’s constitutionality and its impact on property rights and community governance. For now, all eyes remain on the court’s next move as deliberations continue.