No Written Order, Says J&K Waqf Chief, As Sermon Directive Faces Backlash
The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board is facing backlash from political leaders and religious figures over a verbal directive to standardize Friday sermons. Critics argue the move constitutes political interference in religious affairs.
Why it matters
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions regarding the intersection of state administration and religious autonomy in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board has come under criticism from regional parties and Imams over a reported move to bring uniformity to Friday sermons. The controversy began after an online meeting convened by the Waqf Board on Sunday with Imams and Khateebs, where verbal instructions were reportedly issued to deliver uniform sermons in mosques under its control.The directive has drawn a sharp backlash from political and religious circles.Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah called it unacceptable interference in the religious matters of Muslims."This is a direct attempt by the BJP to interfere in the religious affairs of Muslims and is completely unacceptable.
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