Goa, April 2 -- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a whip to its members, ensuring their presence in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday when the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill is set to be discussed. The BJP's confidence is bolstered by the support of crucial allies, including the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)), Lok Janshakti Party (LJP), and Telugu Desam Party (TDP), all of whom have pledged backing for the bill.

Senior leaders within the BJP have expressed confidence that the coalition partners' support will be pivotal in the bill's passage through Parliament. The bill, which proposes significant changes to the regulation of waqf properties, is expected to be debated in the Lok Sabha at noon on Wednesday. Both the BJP and JD(U) have...