Waqf Board also has CEO, only these people are appointed!
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 was introduced in the lok sabha on Wednesday. Many important changes have been made in this bill to improve the management and transparency of the Waqf Board. The government is serious about this bill and the bjp has directed all its MPs to vote in support. At the same time, the opposition has strongly opposed this bill. Meanwhile, the discussion on the role of the CEO of the Waqf Board has intensified. Let us know who is the CEO of the Waqf Board, what are his responsibilities and how much salary he gets.
Who is the CEO of the Waqf Board?
The CEO of the Waqf Board is a senior administrative officer who takes charge of the functioning and management of the State Waqf Board. According to the Waqf Act, 1995, the state government appoints the CEO of the Waqf Board. IAS, RAS, PCS or senior administrative officers are usually appointed to this post.
Responsibilities of CEO
The main responsibility of the CEO of the Waqf Board is to ensure the proper use and protection of Waqf properties in the state. They monitor legal matters and take necessary action on any irregularities. Apart from this, they review the appointment of the board's employees and their work.
Other responsibilities of the CEO are as follows-
Management of Waqf's income, expenditure and properties.
Coordination between the state and central government.
Implementation of government schemes related to the development of Waqf properties.
Manage legal matters related to Waqf and take necessary decisions.
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