Bishnupur, April 8 -- The Muslim Community on Tuesday organised a protest Manipur's Bishnupur demanding an immediate repeal of the Waqf Amendment Act.

People took to the streets, holding banners and raising slogans while demanding immediate repeal of the act.

On April 5, President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was passed by Parliament during the budget session. The President also gave her assent to the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2025.

The Waqf Act has sparked controversy as opposing parties took to Supreme Court contest the bill's provisions, which they argue could have significant implications for the management of Waqf properties.

Congress and AIMIM, AAP and others have initiated their l...