Chhattisgarh: Waqf Board mandates prior approval for Mosque for Taqreer

The Chhattisgarh waqf Board has introduced a new directive requiring mosque administrators (Mutawallis) to seek prior approval for the topics of sermons (Taqreer) delivered after the Friday (Jumma) prayers.

This decision, which aims to prevent the discussion of controversial topics during the sermons, is set to take effect immediately. The Board has warned that legal action will be taken against any mutawalli who fail to comply with this new rule. This new directive has fuelled controversy and angered Muslims, Muslim Clerics, leaders against BJP.

Dr. Saleem Raj, the President of the Chhattisgarh waqf Board, issued oral instructions regarding the regulation, highlighting concerns over political or divisive discourse taking place in mosques. The Board's move is seen as an effort to maintain peace and prevent any religious or political unrest stemming from sermon content.