The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Sharad Pawar, has declared that it will oppose the Waqf bill. The proposed bill seeks to amend the Waqf Act, 1995, and aims to improve transparency in the functioning of waqf boards and their management of properties.

According to the NCP, the bill is an attempt by the ruling party to control and marginalize the Muslim community, which is seen as a political move ahead of upcoming elections. The party has criticized the bill for its lack of consultation with Muslim organizations and stakeholders, as well as its failure to address the concerns of the Muslim community.