**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated February 28, 2024, details notifications issued by the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board. The document outlines the taking over of several Waqfs under the direct management of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board, effective from approximately February 15, 2024. It also includes the appointment of specific Executive Officers for each Waqf.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **General Notifications:**
* The Tamil Nadu Waqf Board has ordered the taking over of the following Waqfs under its direct management, exercising powers under Section 65 of the Waqf Act 1995:
* **Waqfs Taken Over:**
* Razack Ali Khan Mosque @ Idgha Mosque Waqf, Pallikonda Village, Vellore District (G.S.No.478/NA).
* Edgah Charities and Mosque, Angappa Naicken Street, George Town, Chennai District (G.S.No.183/Chen).
* Syed Mustapa Durgah Waqf, T. Kalathur Village, Perambalur District (G.S.No.471/TRY).
* Melapalayam, Hameem Pallivasal and Madrasa, Tirunelveli District (G.S.No.631 & 632/TNV).
* Pappu Khan Muhamed Sha Durgah and Pallivasal Waqf, Pandamangalam Taluk, Trichy District (G.S.No.748/Try).
* Denkanikotta, Darga of Yarub at Ya Rub Nagar, Fort, Hosur Taluk, Krishnagiri District (G.S.No.88/SLM).
* Masjid Al Haramain Waqf Board Employees Colony Mosque, Rajakilpakkam, Kancheepuram District (Reg.No.192/Kanchi).
* Jamia Masjid, Pethanayagampalayam Taluk, Salem District (Reg.No.138/1984).
* **Executive Officer Appointments:**
* Waqf Inspector, Vellore: Executive Officer for Razack Ali Khan Mosque @ Idgha Mosque Waqf.
* Executive Officer Chennai and Poonamallee Zones Direct Management: Executive Officer for Edgah Charities and Mosque, and Masjid Al Haramain Waqf Board Employees Colony Mosque.
* Waqf Superintendent, Trichy: Executive Officer for Syed Mustapa Durgah Waqf, and Pappu Khan Muhamed Sha Durgah and Pallivasal Waqf.
* Waqf Superintendent, Tirunelveli: Executive Officer for Melapalayam, Hameem Pallivasal and Madrasa.
* Waqf Inspector, Krishnagiri: Executive Officer for Denkanikotta, Darga of Yarub at Ya Rub Nagar.
* Waqf Inspector, Salem: Executive Officer for Jamia Masjid.
**Impact Analysis**
**Waqf Boards/Trustees of the Listed Waqfs**
* **Impact**: Loss of control and management of the Waqfs as they are now under the direct management of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board.
* **Action Required**: Handover all responsibilities and documentation to the designated Executive Officer appointed by the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board.
**Appointed Executive Officers (Waqf Inspectors/Superintendents/Executive Officers of Zones)**
* **Impact**: Addition of new responsibilities related to the direct management of the Waqfs.
* **Action Required**: Take charge of the assigned Waqf, ensure proper management and compliance with Waqf Act 1995.
**Tamil Nadu Waqf Board**
* **Impact**: Increased oversight responsibilities over the listed Waqfs.
* **Action Required**: Ensure effective management of the newly acquired Waqfs through appointed Executive Officers.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Waqf Board: The primary regulatory body responsible for administering Waqf properties in Tamil Nadu, India.
Waqf Act 1995: The central legislation governing Waqf properties in India, empowering the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board.
Chennai: The location of the Waqf Board headquarters.