Iqbal JakatiThe All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has issued an urgent appeal to upload details of all registered Waqf properties, including mosques, madrasas, graveyards, khanqahs, dargahs, and imam baras, to the government’s official UMEED portal (umeed.minorityaffairs.gov.in) by December 5, 2025.
In light of the potential implications of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, the AIMPLB has called on Muslims across the country to comply with this directive. In a press release, the Board expressed serious concerns about the mandatory requirement under Section 3B of the amended Act, which mandates updating details of all “registered Waqf” properties on the portal. The AIMPLB has already challenged the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act in the Supreme Court, securing limited relief on certain provisions. However, the obligation to upload property details remains mandatory. “Time is running out. Failure to submit the required information could jeopardize the legal recognition of mosques, graveyards, and other religious endowments,” the AIMPLB warned. The Board has also approached the Supreme Court to seek an extension of the deadline, with the matter currently under consideration.
To facilitate the upload process, the AIMPLB has called on Muslim organizations, religious scholars, imams, and social activists to establish support centers at district, taluk, and block levels. These centers will provide technical assistance and guidance to Waqf property custodians, known as mutawallis. State-level Waqf protection committees have been formed to train volunteers and coordinate data collection efforts. The Board emphasized the need for expert assistance to avoid legal complications arising from technical errors or delays.
The AIMPLB stressed that preserving all uploaded documents is mandatory, as they will serve as evidence of compliance with the Act. In case of technical issues during the upload process, stakeholders are advised to document the problems and submit a written report to their respective State Waqf Boards. The AIMPLB has released a checklist of required documents along with the official portal link. It has also committed to providing guidance through training videos, helplines, and support centers.
“Uploading Waqf property details is not just a legal obligation; it is a religious duty and a responsibility toward community unity,” the AIMPLB emphasized. The Board urged Muslims to participate promptly and collectively in this critical task.
