A massive demonstration was held in Karnataka’s Koppal on Saturday to protest against the Union government’s newly imposed Waqf Amendment Act.
The mass rally began at Clock Post and proceeded towards Ashok Circle, with thousands of people joining to voice their opposition to the Union government’s move.
Maulvi Mufti Nazir Ahmad Taskin of Yousufia Masjid, in his address, stated that the implementation of the Waqf Amendment Act would be unjust to Muslims and must be resisted.
Another speaker, Hafiz Moyuddin of Diddikeri Masjid, alleged that industrialists Ambani and Adani have occupied Waqf properties in Mumbai, prompting legal action by the Muslim community. He claimed that the central government’s amendment to the Waqf Act is designed to benefit only Ambani and Adani.
Congress lawmakers were also present at the protest.
Congress MP K. Rajashekhar criticised the Union government for prioritising changes to the Waqf Act, asserting that Waqf properties—endowed by Muslims for the welfare of their community—should remain free from government control.
Former MP Sanganna Karadi, MLA K. Raghavendra Hitnal, municipal council president Amjad Patel, council members Rajashekar Adoor, Mahendra Chopra, Muthu Kushdagi, Akbar Pasha Paltan, and Waqf Board president Peera Hussain Hosalli also participated in the rally.
