Get Friday speeches vetted: Waqf Board head
The Morning Standard|November 17, 2024
IN what is decidedly the first such directive anywhere in the country, the Chhattisgarh State Waqf Board in the BJP-ruled state issued a circular to the Mutawallis (caretakers) of all mosques asking them to get the sermons they deliver every Friday afternoon before the prayer vetted by it.
EJAZ KAISER
Get Friday speeches vetted: Waqf Board head

Waqf boards are bestowed with the authority to manage and protect Waqf properties in their respective areas.

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