What Did Kiren Rijiju Discuss About Waqf Properties’ Registration with AIMPLB?
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Synopsis
In a significant meeting, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju engaged with AIMPLB representatives to address the registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED Portal. With over 500,000 properties initiated for upload, this discussion underscores the urgency and importance of accurate registration in compliance with the Waqf Amendment Act.
Key Takeaways
- Minister Kiren Rijiju met with AIMPLB to discuss Waqf property registrations.
- Over 500,000 properties were initiated for upload on the UMEED Portal.
- The registration deadline was on December 6.
- The Ministry will not impose penalties for the next three months.
- Data inaccuracies from WAMSI were highlighted by the Ministry.
New Delhi, Dec 11 (NationPress) Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju convened a meeting on Thursday with representatives from the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) to deliberate on the registration process of Waqf properties. This discussion comes as over 500,000 properties are set to be uploaded on the UMEED Portal by December 6.
In a post shared on X, Rijiju stated, “I had a fruitful discussion with the AIMPLB delegation at my office today. We addressed concerns regarding the registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED Portal and exchanged valuable insights.”
The deadline for uploading existing Waqf properties to the Central Portal expired on December 6, with a total of 517,082 properties initiated for upload, primarily in the final weeks leading up to the deadline.
Official data indicates that in the last six days before the cutoff, more than 243,582 properties were initiated on the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development (UMEED) Portal.
“This reflects the strong functionality of the UMEED Portal. Data shows that nearly all Waqf Boards, except for a few, were inactive for the initial five months, only taking action as the deadline approached. However, the UMEED Portal managed the sudden surge effectively, with many states achieving high upload rates,” reported the Ministry.
Previously, Rijiju made it clear that the six-month deadline specified in the Waqf Amendment Act has concluded and cannot be extended due to the act’s stipulations and the Supreme Court’s directives.
Yet, acknowledging the challenges faced by mutawallis, the Minister assured that the Ministry would refrain from imposing penalties or taking stringent actions for the next three months as a supportive measure.
Mutawallis who failed to finalize the registration process by midnight on December 6 were advised to consult the Waqf Tribunal, which possesses the legal authority to grant an extension.
The Minister reiterated that any alteration to the legally mandated timeline is unattainable, as it is governed by parliament legislation and confirmed by the Supreme Court.
The Ministry addressed media reports claiming that “only 27 percent of Waqf properties have been uploaded” by the deadline, stating that these were based on an erroneous and outdated foundation.
“These reports are based entirely on outdated WAMSI data, which is no longer officially relevant. WAMSI has been acknowledged as unreliable due to numerous inaccuracies, including zero-area properties, mismatched or duplicate codes, and several data entry errors,” the Ministry explained.
In contrast to the Waqf Assets Management System of India (WAMSI), the UMEED Portal is designed on verified, authenticated data captured through a maker–checker–approver workflow, with documentation at every stage. Comparing this verified dataset with the erroneous WAMSI figures is akin to comparing apples to stones.
Point of View
It is imperative to highlight that the registration of Waqf properties is not only a legal obligation but also a matter of community trust and empowerment. The government’s approach, especially in easing penalties for mutawallis, reflects a balanced understanding of the challenges faced by stakeholders. This move should be seen as a step towards better governance and transparency in managing religious properties.
NationPress
12/12/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UMEED Portal?
The UMEED Portal is a platform for the management and registration of Waqf properties, aimed at enhancing efficiency and transparency.
What is the deadline for uploading Waqf properties?
The deadline for uploading existing Waqf properties on the UMEED Portal was December 6.
Will there be penalties for late registration of Waqf properties?
Kiren Rijiju has assured that no penalties will be imposed for the next three months as a humanitarian measure.
What is the role of the Waqf Tribunal?
The Waqf Tribunal has the authority to grant extensions for the registration process of Waqf properties.
How many properties were initiated for upload on the UMEED Portal?
A total of 517,082 properties were initiated for upload on the UMEED Portal.
