New Delhi, Dec 13 (NationPress) - The Chairman of Indian Muslims for Civil Rights (IMCR) and former MP Mohammad Adeeb announced on Saturday that Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has promised a delegation from the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) decisive action regarding the registration of Waqf properties.

On December 11, Rijiju met with the AIMPLB delegation to discuss the pressing issues surrounding Waqf property registration, especially given that over five lakh properties were set for upload on the UMEED Portal as of December 6.

The deadline for uploading these properties to the portal concluded on December 6. Rijiju clarified that the six-month period stipulated by the Waqf Amendment Act could not be extended due to Supreme Court directives. However, he assured that no penalties would be enforced for the next three months to address the concerns of mutawallis. Those who missed the deadline are encouraged to reach out to the Waqf Tribunal for potential extensions.

Adeeb elaborated on the meeting, stating, "I was part of that delegation. We presented our issues and grievances in detail. I appreciate that the Minister listened attentively and assured us of his efforts in this matter. Discussions also included the possibility of extending the deadline."

He added, "One positive aspect of this government is its willingness to recognize our concerns if they are communicated effectively. We trust that Rijiju, being from a minority community, will take action. Although we opposed the Waqf Amendment Bill, it was ultimately passed. Yet, several challenges remain within the Act that we hope will be addressed."

Adeeb also responded to remarks by Maulana Mahmood Madani, chief of Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind, regarding the concept of 'jihad', arguing that its meaning has been misrepresented in the country.

He stated, "The media and government have distorted the narrative, portraying jihad as synonymous with violence. Maulana Madani has articulated the authentic meaning of jihad, which is about standing against injustice and aiding the oppressed."

Drawing a parallel with Hinduism, he remarked, "In Hinduism, Krishna instructed Arjuna to fight against wrongdoings. Does that imply that the Hindu faith permits violence against relatives? We never claimed that. Krishna's message to Arjuna was about fighting against injustice; that is jihad. The distortion of jihad in our society—like land jihad and love jihad—is utterly unjustified."

Adeeb further expressed that Muslims are currently being unfairly targeted in the aftermath of a recent terrorist attack in Delhi, criticizing the closure of Al Falah University as an act of injustice.

"We accept the government's statement that those arrested were involved in the terror attack. If it was indeed a terrorist act, those responsible must face the most severe punishment. However, closing a university, especially one established by the government, and having the medical council revoke its license in just 24 hours is not justice. Students in their medical studies have had their futures disrupted in a single day," he stated.

Adeeb highlighted that many individuals accused in terrorism cases are later exonerated, despite losing years of their lives due to lengthy legal battles.

"Numerous cases show that after extensive delays, courts declare the accused not guilty, yet their lives are irrevocably altered. A bomb blast occurs, people die, but who is truly accountable? Security agencies often rush to show they are effective, but real terrorist plots are complex and take time to develop. Authorities need to identify genuine culprits and ensure they face the strictest penalties. Overreactions lead to low conviction rates," he added.

Moreover, Adeeb criticized suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir for laying the foundation stone for a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, West Bengal, ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

"Regrettably, elections in our country are often driven by how much one party can marginalize a community. The politics of hate is spreading across India," he remarked.

"With elections approaching in Bengal next year, one individual has declared intentions to construct the Babri Masjid. What connection does Babar have to Indian Muslims? Babar invaded India and caused suffering. Why should a mosque be erected in his name?" he questioned.