Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama Mushavara President Umar Faizy Mukkam reiterated that the Munambam land is a Waqf property, saying on Thursday (February 5) that all possible legal and administrative steps will be taken to protect it, asserting that there will be no compromise on the protection of Waqf land rights.
After being appointed as a member of the Waqf Board, Mr. Faizy told the media that he was pleased with the responsibility given to him and assured him that he would discharge his duties with honesty and integrity.
He said he would stand firm to protect the community and Waqf property.
Referring specifically to Munambam, he said the land clearly belonged to the Waqf and stressed that its protection was essential. “Waqf land rights must be preserved and I am not ready to make any concession on this issue,” he said.
Clarifying his earlier remarks about communism, Mr Faizy said they were part of his ideological position. According to him, his approach to political parties was problematic.
He added that he will support the CPI(M) when it does good work and criticize it when it takes wrong stands.
Mr. Faizy also denied reports that he had any remarks against Panakkad Thangal and called such claims baseless.
He hit out at sections of the media for publishing reports without proper fact-checking, saying such practices create misunderstandings and highlight the need for responsible reporting.
Published – 05 Feb 2026 20:48 IST
