Centre takes over 123 Delhi Waqk board assets.

The Waqf Board in India is a governmental body responsible for overseeing and managing the affairs of waqf properties.

Waqf properties are assets or properties that have been dedicated by individuals for religious or charitable purposes in accordance with Islamic principles.

These properties are held in trust and cannot be sold, mortgaged, or otherwise disposed of.

The Waqf Board's primary role is to safeguard, manage, and maintain waqf properties, as well as to ensure that the income generated from these properties is used for the intended religious, educational, and charitable purposes.

The board is responsible for:

Registration and Documentation: The Waqf Board registers waqf properties and maintains records related to their ownership, management, and utilization.

Management and Maintenance: The board manages and maintains waqf properties, ensuring that they are in good condition and utilized effectively for the intended purposes.

Generating Income: Waqf properties often generate income through rent, lease, or other means. The board ensures that this income is used for charitable and religious activities, as per the wishes of the waqif (the person who dedicated the property).

Preventing Misuse: The board works to prevent the misuse, encroachment, or illegal occupation of waqf properties. It takes legal actions if needed to protect these properties.

Settlement of Disputes: The Waqf Board may mediate and settle disputes related to waqf properties, ensuring that the properties are used in accordance with Islamic principles and the waqif's intentions.

Development and Modernization: The board may also initiate projects to modernize and develop waqf properties while maintaining their religious and charitable purposes.

It's worth noting that the administration and functioning of Waqf Boards can vary from state to state in India, as waqf is a state subject under the Indian Constitution. Each state has its own Waqf Board responsible for managing waqf properties within its jurisdiction.