UMEED Portal

The Ministry of Minority Affairs has recently launched an additional module on the UMEED Portal, which allows widows, divorced women, and orphans to apply for maintenance support from Waqf-alal-aulad properties. This addition enhances the portal's inclusivity and offers financial support to marginalized sections of society.

About UMEED Portal

The UMEED Portal (Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development) is a centralized digital platform for registering Waqf properties across India. It is part of a larger initiative aimed at improving the management, transparency, and efficiency of Waqf properties in the country.

The portal has been launched in line with the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and it is an important step towards ensuring that Waqf properties are better managed and utilized for the welfare of vulnerable sections of society.

Key Features of the UMEED Portal:

1. Centralized Registration of Waqf Properties:

   • All Waqf properties across India are required to be registered on the UMEED portal within six months of its launch.

   • Each registration must include comprehensive details such as measurements (length and width) and geotagged locations.

2. Ineligibility of Women's Properties for Waqf Registration:

   • Waqf properties registered under women’s names will not be eligible to be classified as Waqf properties.

   • However, women, children, and economically weaker sections will continue to be key beneficiaries of Waqf assets.

3. Dispute Resolution for Unregistered Properties:

   • Properties not registered within the stipulated six-month period due to technical or other reasons may be granted an extension of one to two months.

   • If properties remain unregistered beyond the extended period, they will be considered disputed and referred to the Waqf Tribunal for resolution.

4. New Module for Maintenance Support:

   • The newly launched module on the portal allows widows, divorced women, and orphans to apply for maintenance support from Waqf-alal-aulad properties.

   • This initiative is aimed at ensuring the welfare of vulnerable groups by providing them with financial assistance.

5. Aadhaar-Based Authentication:

   • The module uses Aadhaar-based authentication for verifying the beneficiary details. This ensures a secure and streamlined application process.

6. Online Application and Approval Process:

   • The application process for maintenance support is conducted online, and the approval process is managed by respective State/UT Waqf Boards.

   • Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) is used to transfer maintenance support directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts.

Legal Support and Implementation:

• The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 empowers the UMEED portal, and it is implemented through the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Rules, 2025. This set of rules is framed under Section 3(r)(iv) of the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995.

• The Ministry of Minority Affairs is the nodal ministry for overseeing the implementation of the portal and related initiatives.

Significance of UMEED Portal:

1. Better Management of Waqf Properties:

   • The portal facilitates efficient management and tracking of Waqf properties, ensuring that the resources are used for their intended purposes, such as welfare and development projects for minorities.

2. Increased Transparency:

   • With geotagging and comprehensive property details, the portal ensures greater transparency in the management of Waqf assets, reducing misuse and corruption.

3. Empowering Vulnerable Groups:

   • By launching a dedicated module for maintenance support, the government is providing direct financial assistance to vulnerable groups like widows, divorced women, and orphans, who often face economic hardships.

4. Digitization and Accessibility:

   • The online application and DBT system ensure that the portal is accessible and efficient, reducing delays and improving service delivery to beneficiaries.

The UMEED Portal is a significant step in the modernization of Waqf property management, providing a more efficient, transparent, and inclusive approach to supporting vulnerable communities in India.