New Delhi: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey ignited a political firestorm on Saturday with a pointed remark seemingly aimed at the judiciary, as the Supreme Court continues to hear petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
Taking to social media platform X, Dubey posted in Hindi, “If the Supreme Court is going to make the laws, then the Parliament building should be shut down.” The statement has been widely seen as a sharp critique of judicial intervention in legislative affairs.
The Supreme Court began hearing a batch of pleas on Wednesday questioning the constitutional validity of the newly amended Waqf Act. The petitioners argue that key provisions — including allowing non-Muslims on Waqf Boards and removing “Waqf-by-user” properties — infringe upon fundamental rights.
During the hearing, the Centre assured the court that no non-Muslim members would be appointed to Waqf Boards or Councils until further notice. It also pledged that Waqf properties — particularly those falling under the "Waqf-by-user" category — would not be deleted from official records or have their classifications changed by District Collectors during the interim period.
Previously, the apex court hinted that it may stay certain contentious provisions of the amended Act, particularly those concerning disputed Waqf lands and the inclusion of non-Muslims on Waqf bodies.
After noting the Centre’s assurances, the Supreme Court granted it one week to submit a preliminary response, along with all relevant documents. The matter will be heard next on May 5.
