Not even poor Muslims spared under present waqf law: Pralhad Joshi

New Delhi: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill aims to protect properties of all communities from falling prey to “arbitrary” waqf claims, as even poor Muslims have not been spared under the current law, minister for renewable energy, parliamentary and consumer affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday.

He emphasised that the bill is not against Muslims but seeks to prevent wrongful acquisitions, including those affecting poor Muslim farmers.

On renewable energy, Joshi said India is on course to achieve 500 GW capacity by 2030, but land availability and sourcing key materials like polysilicon and wafers remain challenges.
Stay updated with the latest India news, weather, and Air Quality Index (AQI) updates for major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Noida, and Bangalore on Times of India.