Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, Part VI, Section 3(a), No. 9
The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board, Chennai, through Notification Numbers VI-3(a)/16/2024, VI-3(a)/17/2024 and VI-3(a)/19/2024 to VI-3(a)/22/2024, together with two notifications whose numbers are not shown in the supplied text, placed eight named waqfs under its direct management and appointed executive officers. The notifications were signed by the District Revenue Officer and Chief Executive Officer of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board on 23 February 2024 and published in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette on 28 February 2024.
What the notifications do
The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board, Chennai, issued a group of notifications under Section 65 of the Waqf Act 1995. They transfer eight named waqfs to the direct management of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board and appoint specified officials as executive officers.
The direct management dates are 13 February 2024, 14 February 2024 or 15 February 2024, depending on the institution. The notifications were signed on 23 February 2024 by R. Jainulaptheen, District Revenue Officer and Chief Executive Officer of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board.
Institutions placed under direct management
The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board notifications cover:
- Syed Mustapa Durgah Waqf, T. Kalathur Village, Perambalur District, from 15 February 2024. The Waqf Superintendent, Trichy, is appointed executive officer.
- Razack Ali Khan Mosque at Idgha Mosque Waqf, Pallikonda Village, Vellore District, from 15 February 2024. The Waqf Inspector, Vellore, is appointed executive officer.
- Edgah Charities and Mosque, Angappa Naicken Street, George Town, Chennai District, from 15 February 2024. The Executive Officer, Chennai and Poonamallee Zones Direct Management, is appointed executive officer.
- Melapalayam, Hameem Pallivasal and Madrasa, Tirunelveli District, from 13 February 2024. The Waqf Superintendent, Tirunelveli, is appointed executive officer.
- Pappu Khan Muhamed Sha Durgah and Pallivasal Waqf, Pandamangalam Taluk, Trichy District, from 14 February 2024. The Waqf Inspector, Trichy, is appointed executive officer.
- Denkanikotta, Darga of Yarub at Ya Rub Nagar, Fort, Hosur Taluk, Krishnagiri District, from 15 February 2024. The Waqf Inspector, Krishnagiri, is appointed executive officer.
- Masjid Al Haramain Waqf Board Employees Colony Mosque, Rajakilpakkam, Kancheepuram District, from 15 February 2024. The Executive Officer, Chennai and Poonamallee Zones Direct Management, is appointed executive officer.
- Jamia Masjid, Pethanayagampalayam Taluk, Salem District, from 15 February 2024. The Waqf Inspector, Salem, is appointed executive officer.
Who may be affected
The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board notifications are relevant to people dealing with the administration of any listed institution. Property buyers, owners or professionals examining property connected with a listed waqf should note that its management has been assigned to the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board through the appointed executive officer.
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Common questions
Does the Gazette place all waqfs in Tamil Nadu under direct management?
No. The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board notifications identify eight specific waqfs in Perambalur, Vellore, Chennai, Tirunelveli, Trichy, Krishnagiri, Kancheepuram and Salem districts.
When did direct management begin for the listed waqfs?
Direct management began on 13 February 2024 for the Tirunelveli institution, 14 February 2024 for the Trichy institution, and 15 February 2024 for the other listed institutions.
Who manages the institutions after the takeover?
The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board manages them directly through the executive officer named for each institution, including Waqf Superintendents, Waqf Inspectors and the Executive Officer for Chennai and Poonamallee Zones Direct Management.
Does the Gazette provide property survey numbers or transaction procedures?
No. The supplied notifications identify the institutions by waqf or registration references and name their executive officers, but they do not provide property survey numbers or procedures for land transactions.
