Omar Abdullah, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq criticise J&K Waqf Board's plan to standardise Friday sermons

Omar Abdullah and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq have criticised the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board's decision to standardise Friday sermons across the region. The Waqf Board announced plans to introduce a uniform format for sermons delivered in mosques under its authority. Both leaders said the move undermines religious freedom and ignores local traditions. They urged the board to consult religious scholars and community representatives before implementing any changes. As of now, the Waqf Board has not issued a detailed response to the criticism.