**Title:** Padyatra in Shaheen Bagh Celebrates Waqf Amendment Bill
**Meta Description:** A padyatra in Shaheen Bagh celebrated the Waqf Amendment Bill’s passage, highlighting community support and calls for accountability.
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**Headline:** Community Padyatra in Shaheen Bagh Celebrates Passage of Waqf Amendment Bill
On Sunday, a padyatra (foot march) took place in Shaheen Bagh, southeast Delhi, to commemorate the passing of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, by Parliament and its subsequent assent by President Droupadi Murmu. Organized by the ‘Clean Okhla Green Okhla’ group, the event saw participation from over 70 individuals, primarily Muslims from Shaheen Bagh and the neighboring Okhla area, both of which are predominantly minority communities.
Shahzad Ali Idrisi, the convenor of the event, noted that the padyatra received a warm reception from the local residents, particularly Muslim women. The organization expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi through Jamal Siddiqui, the National President of the BJP Minority Morcha, in support of the Waqf Amendment Bill.
Shaheen Bagh previously gained national attention as a focal point for anti-CAA (Citizenship Amendment Act) protests in December 2019, where thousands of Muslim women participated in peaceful demonstrations. These protests diminished in March 2020 due to the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Siddiqui, who attended the padyatra as the chief guest, emphasized the community’s desire for India to become a developed nation and celebrated the enactment of the Waqf Act. He mentioned that many participants wished to personally thank PM Modi but were unable to do so, leading them to send letters through him as their representative.
During the event, participants called for an investigation into the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), which is contesting the Waqf Act in the Supreme Court and has announced nationwide protests against the new legislation. Siddiqui criticized the AIMPLB, questioning its effectiveness and suggesting that it should reconsider its designation as a “board.”
Idrisi added that the padyatra demonstrated significant community support for the Waqf Amendment Act, highlighting its provisions to include female members, backward Muslims, and various sects within the Waqf board. He asserted that this decision would address the genuine issues faced by the economically disadvantaged segments of the Muslim community.
The BJP plans to organize additional programs in the coming days to further promote the Waqf Amendment Bill and engage with the community.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What is the Waqf Amendment Bill?**
A: The Waqf Amendment Bill aims to reform the management of Waqf properties, ensuring better representation and inclusion of diverse community members, particularly women and marginalized groups.
