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UMEED Portal

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The Union Minister has stated that the government will not impose penalties or take strict action for the next three months against stakeholders who have not yet registered Waqf properties on the UMEED Portal.
This temporary relaxation is intended to encourage
voluntary compliance and smooth implementation of the portal.

About the UMEED Portal

The Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development (UMEED) Portal is a centralised digital platform created for the registration and management of Waqf properties across India.
Its core objective is to
improve transparency, efficiency, and governance in the administration of Waqf assets.

The portal enables real-time uploading, verification, and monitoring of Waqf properties through a single national database.

Administrative and Legal Framework

  • Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Minority Affairs

  • Implementing Authority: State Waqf Boards facilitate property registration

  • Legal Basis: Established under the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995

Key Features of the UMEED Portal

  • Creation of a comprehensive digital inventory of Waqf properties

  • Geo-tagging and GIS mapping of all registered assets

  • Online grievance redressal system for faster dispute resolution

  • Transparent leasing and usage tracking of Waqf properties

  • Public access to verified records and reports

  • Integration with e-Governance platforms for better monitoring and accountability

Important Provision

Properties that are registered in the name of women are not eligible to be classified as Waqf properties, ensuring protection of individual ownership rights.

Significance of the UMEED Portal

The UMEED Portal strengthens digital governance of Waqf assets, helps prevent encroachment and misuse, reduces disputes, and ensures that Waqf properties are used effectively for community welfare and development.


 

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