In its continued efforts to make the management of Waqf properties transparent, people-friendly, and accountable through the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development (UMEED) Central Portal, the Ministry of Minority Affairs launched two additional modules on it - Survey Module and Waqf Property Lease Module, on 30th January 2026.

The new modules were launched by Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs, in the presence of senior officials of the Ministry.

The Survey Module provides a comprehensive digital framework for capturing, managing, and updating information related to the survey of Waqf properties on the portal.

The Waqf Property Lease Management Module has been designed to facilitate end-to-end management of leasing-related information of Waqf properties through the portal. The module enables systematic recording and monitoring of key details such as lease information, lease period, lease amount, and other relevant particulars in a structured and transparent manner, thereby strengthening accountability and oversight in the leasing of Waqf properties.

The launch reflects the Ministry’s continued efforts to leverage digital governance tools to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the management of Waqf properties.

Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar encourages all State/UT Waqf Boards to ensure the broad implementation of these modules and to raise awareness among eligible beneficiaries.

The UMEED Central Portal, inaugurated by Union Minister of Minority Affairs Shri Kiren Rijiju on 6th June 2025, serves as a centralised digital platform for real-time uploading, verification, and monitoring of Waqf properties, under Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995.

The portal aims to bring about a paradigm shift in how Waqf assets are administered across India by introducing greater transparency, accountability, and public participation.

Its key features include the creation of a comprehensive digital inventory with geo-tagging of all Waqf properties, an online grievance redressal mechanism to ensure timely and effective responsiveness, transparent leasing and usage tracking, integration with GIS mapping and other e-Governance tools, and public access to verified records and reports.

The Ministry of Minority Affairs is working closely with States/UTs and State Waqf Boards for the efficient management of waqf properties across the country.

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