South Superstar and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Thalapathy Vijay has moved the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.

His petition joins a growing chorus of legal objections to the contentious legislation, which critics argue undermines the Muslim community’s autonomy over religious endowments. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, alongside Justices Sanjay Kumar and KV Viswanathan, has scheduled a hearing for April 16 to address over a dozen related pleas.

Vijay’s challenge aligns with petitions from prominent figures, including AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi, AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan, RJD’s Manoj Jha, and DMK’s A Raja, who contend the Act violates fundamental rights enshrined in Articles 14, 15, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, and 300-A of the Constitution.

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Muslim organizations like the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, and Samastha Kerala Jamiathul Ulema have also filed pleas, labeling the amendments as arbitrary and discriminatory. They argue the Act grants excessive government control over Waqf properties, sidelining the Muslim community’s ability to manage its religious and charitable institutions.

The Waqf (Amendment) Act, passed on April 5 after heated parliamentary debates, secured 288 votes in the Lok Sabha and 128 in the Rajya Sabha. Supporters claim it streamlines Waqf property administration, but opponents, including Congress MP Mohd Jawed, assert it imposes unreasonable restrictions, threatening religious freedom.

The Centre, anticipating legal challenges, filed a caveat on April 8 to ensure its perspective is heard. As the court prepares to deliberate, the case underscores deep divisions over the balance between state oversight and religious autonomy in India.

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