Mumbai, April 3 -- Several Ulemas gathered at Handiwala Masjid in Mumbai's Bhendi Bazar on Thursday to strongly denounced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

The protest, organized by Raza Academy, aimed to explore legal avenues to challenge the legislation.

The bill introduces reforms such as strengthening Waqf tribunals, setting fixed tenures for board members, and reducing mandatory contributions from Waqf institutions to boards from 7 per cent to 5 per cent. It also mandates audits for institutions earning over Rs one lakh and establishes a centralized portal for property management.

The Bill has ignited criticism, with the All India Muslim personal Law Board (AIMPLB) previously staging demonstrations in New Delhi on March 17, demandi...