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'Will harm interests of Muslims': MK Stalin writes letter to PM Modi to withdraw Waqf Bill

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 2 April 2025
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, stating that the amendments might harm the Muslim community's interests. Stalin argued the existing Waqf Act is sufficient and changes would weaken Waqf Boards and could affect religious autonomy and historical properties.
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