Kottayam: Following the landmark verdict of the Kerala High Court Division Bench declaring that the Munambam land is not a Waqf, the Kottayam Archdiocese’s Jagratha Samiti has urged the government to restore revenue rights over the land to the local residents. The court ruled that the disputed property was gifted by Mohammed Siddique Syed to Kozhikode Farooq College under the provisions of the 1950 Act, and clarified that the Kerala Waqf Board’s declaration of the land as a waqf was legally incorrect.
In response, the Jagratha Samiti emphasized that the Kerala government must promptly address the concerns of Munambam residents by returning both the land and its revenue records. The committee warned that no external pressure or political interference should hinder the rightful restoration of these rights to the people who have long depended on the land for their livelihoods.
Calling for solidarity, the Samiti appealed to all political parties, civil society groups, and the general public to support the residents of Munambam. “Justice delayed is justice denied. It is imperative that the government act decisively to correct this historical injustice,” the committee stated.
The demand underscores growing local expectations for swift administrative action following the High Court verdict, signaling a critical juncture in the resolution of the Munambam land issue. Observers note that the resolution of revenue rights will not only secure the legal entitlements of the residents but also restore public confidence in transparent governance and the protection of community interests in Kerala.
The Kottayam Archdiocese, through the Jagratha Samiti, has positioned itself as a key advocate for residents’ rights, urging both the state machinery and the citizenry to unite in ensuring that the verdict translates into concrete justice on the ground.