West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizes the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, calling it anti-secular and claiming it undermines the rights of Muslims and the federal structure of governance. The CM argues that the bill threatens the foundation of the waqf system,

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has criticized the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, labeling it as anti-secular and anti-federal. She claims it threatens Muslim rights and was introduced without consulting states.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that the Waqf Amendment Bill was against secularism and claimed that it would “snatch the rights of Muslims”, PTI reported.

Bill as anti-federal, claiming it threatens Muslim rights and attacks democracy. She alleges no consultation from the Centre and highlights waqf funds' roles in community welfare. Opposition parties criticize the bill for violating religious rights.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday described the Waqf (Amendment) Bill as “anti-secular”, alleging that it would snatch the rights of Muslims. Banerjee, speaking in the assembly, also said the Centre did not consult with states over the matter.