AIMPLB Launches “Lights Off Protest” Against Waqf Act 2025

Hyderabad, April 29: In a bid to strengthen its ongoing campaign under the banner of “Waqf Bachao, Dastoor Bachao,” the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced the next phase of protests, which will include a nationwide “Lights Off Protest.” Scheduled for 9:00 PM on April 30, 2025, the event aims to draw attention to the protection of Waqf properties and uphold the values enshrined in India’s Constitution.

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Addressing a press conference, Mufti Omer Abedi, the Program Convenor for AIMPLB in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, outlined the board’s determination to safeguard Muslim personal law and religious rights. He emphasized that the “Lights Off Protest” is a symbolic action to signal the importance of preserving both Waqf assets and constitutional safeguards, which, according to the AIMPLB, are facing increasing threats.

Abedi explained that the protest, set to last only a few minutes, is an appeal to citizens and organizations across the nation to unite in raising awareness of these critical issues. The initiative is part of a broader campaign that aims to mobilize public opinion and government intervention to address growing concerns about the news Waqf Act and the protection of religious freedoms.

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The “Waqf Bachao, Dastoor Bachao” movement has already seen a series of protests in its first phase, where participants have rallied to demand greater accountability and reforms in the administration of Waqf, which hold significant religious and social value for the Muslim community in India.

The board’s decision to organize the “Lights Off Protest” is seen as a unique and impactful form of peaceful resistance. The act of turning off lights for a few minutes is expected to symbolize a moment of collective reflection on the challenges facing minority rights and religious freedoms in India today.

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AIMPLB has urged people from all walks of life to participate in the “Lights Off Protest” on April 30, 2025, calling it a chance to stand in solidarity with the cause and amplify the voices of those concerned about the preservation of Waqf properties and constitutional rights.

AIMPLB Hyderabad has appealed to the citizens of Hyderabad to participate in tomorrow’s 'Batti Gul' protest against the Waqf Amendment Act recently passed by the Central Government in both Houses of Parliament.#AIMPLB #battigul #waqfact #hyderabad #indtoday pic.twitter.com/5y5jblf28J

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This protest is the latest in a series of efforts by the AIMPLB to advocate for the protection of Muslim rights and the integrity of religious institutions in India. With an eye on the future, the board has promised to continue its campaigns to raise awareness and promote reforms for the betterment of the community, Mufti omer added.

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As India continues to grapple with complex issues of religious rights and social justice, the AIMPLB’s “Lights Off Protest” offers a timely opportunity for people to reflect on the importance of safeguarding both religious and constitutional values, he said.

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