Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay welcomed the Supreme Court’s partial stay on the Waqf (Amendment) Act. He described the judgment as “historic” and said it marks a turning point for the community. The Supreme Court stay on Waqf Amendment Act came after petitions filed by TVK and several organisations.
In a post on X, Vijay said the verdict nourishes the soul of the Islamic community. He called it a major victory for everyone who opposed the amendment. For him, the Supreme Court stay on Waqf Amendment Act proves that collective voices can protect democratic values.
The Waqf (Amendment) Act was introduced by the government earlier this year. It proposed changes to the way Waqf properties are identified, managed, and recorded. Critics argued that the law gave sweeping powers to authorities while reducing the role of community members. Activists also warned that it could lead to the loss of community assets.
Community leaders said the amendment ignored long-standing demands for transparency and accountability. Instead of empowering the community, they felt it created more control from outside bodies. This sparked protests and petitions from several organisations, including Vijay’s TVK.
Legal experts explained that the court’s stay is temporary. It halts the most disputed provisions of the law but allows time for debate and review. They said the judgment ensures that no irreversible changes happen before a final ruling.
The case will return to court for detailed hearings in the coming months. Until then, the verdict has given fresh hope to those who feared loss of rights. For supporters like Vijay, it is not only legal relief but also recognition of community concerns.
