Mysuru: In a significant demonstration of public dissent, more than 25,000 individuals rallied in Mysuru against the Waqf Act 2025. This protest, part of a broader movement led by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), reflects growing nationwide opposition to what is seen as an infringement on constitutional rights and religious autonomy.

As reported by Kashmir Media Service, the protest in Mysuru marks the latest in a series of demonstrations from major cities such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Patna, and Bhopal. Each event underscores the widespread concern over the amendments to the Waqf Act.

Mysuru, often celebrated as Karnataka’s cultural hub, became the center of peaceful yet determined resistance. On the eve of Tipu Sultan’s martyrdom anniversary, thousands gathered to honor his legacy of resistance against injustice. Speakers at the protest invoked Tipu Sultan’s name, emphasizing his historical fight against oppression.

The protestors, united under a common cause, filled the protest site with national flags and placards bearing slogans like “Waqf Hamara Haq Hai” (Waqf is our right), and “Waqf Amendment Wapas Lo” (Withdraw the Waqf Amendment). The slogan “Jai Bhim” also resonated, aligning the protest with the movement for Dalit rights and calling for solidarity in defending Waqf rights.

Akbar Ali, a senior leader from Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Karnataka, addressed the crowd, criticizing the government’s actions. He argued that the amendments represent a constitutional violation masquerading as reform. “The government is not protecting Waqf lands; it is attempting to seize them,” Ali asserted.

Dr. HV Vasu, a well-known political activist in Karnataka, likened the protest in Mysuru to the resistance at Shaheen Bagh against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). His remarks highlighted the power of peaceful protests in challenging stringent policies and reclaiming public spaces for democratic expression.