Ministry of Minority Affairs Launches UMEED Portal Module to Provide Maintenance Support for Widows, Divorced Women, and Orphans from Waqf-alal-Aulad Properties.
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On August 27, 2025, the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, introduced a dedicated module on the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development (UMEED) Portal. This initiative enables widows, divorced women, and orphans to apply for maintenance support from Waqf-alal-Aulad properties, aligning with the provisions of the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Rules, 2025.
- The UMEED Portal operates under the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Act, 1995, and is governed by the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Rules, 2025. These rules permit eligible individuals to apply for maintenance from dormant family waqfs (waqf-alal-aulad) by providing proof of identity and residence, with payments processed electronically.
- The newly launched module facilitates Aadhaar-based authentication for beneficiaries, ensuring secure and accurate identification. The application and approval processes are managed online by respective State/Union Territory Waqf Boards, promoting efficiency and reducing administrative delays.
- To ensure timely and transparent disbursement of maintenance support, the UMEED Portal employs a Direct Benefit Transfer system. This mechanism allows funds to be transferred directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts, minimizing intermediaries and enhancing accountability.
Main Point :- (i) This initiative aims to uplift marginalized sections of society by providing them with financial assistance derived from Waqf properties. By digitizing the application process, the Ministry ensures that the charitable objectives of Waqf properties are fulfilled effectively and equitably.
(ii) Following the launch of the UMEED Portal on June 6, 2025, the Ministry has been actively engaging with States and Union Territories to ensure the effective implementation of this platform. As per the mandate, details of all registered Waqf properties across India are to be mandatorily uploaded within six months.
(iii) The introduction of this module is part of a broader effort to modernize Waqf property management in India. By enhancing transparency, accountability, and public participation, the UMEED Portal represents a significant step toward reforming the administration of Waqf assets, ensuring they serve their intended charitable purposes.
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