Appointment of Delhi Waqf Board CEO

Lieutenant Governor (L-G) V.K. Saxena has approved the appointment of IAS officer Azimul Haque as the CEO of the Delhi Waqf Board. However, he criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for its alleged “callousness” and lack of adherence to legal procedures in handling the matter. The post of CEO had been vacant since November 28, 2024, causing delays in key functions, including salary disbursements for imams and other Board employees.

Key Points

Approval of Appointment

• IAS officer Azimul Haque appointed as CEO of Delhi Waqf Board.
• L-G criticized AAP government for procedural lapses.

Post Vacancy and Impact

• CEO position vacant since November 28, 2024.
• Delay in disbursing salaries to imams and functionaries caused hardships.

Criticism of Appointment

• L-G accused the government of handling the issue casually.
• Proposal for additional charge sent after a one-month delay.
• L-G stressed the need for strict adherence to legal provisions.

Legal Provisions For Appointment

• As per Section 23 of the Delhi Waqf Act, 1995, the Board must recommend a panel of two names to the state government.
• National Capital Civil Service Authority (NCCSA) submitted only one name for L-G’s consideration, bypassing the required procedure.

L-G’s Directives

• Appointment proposal to be ratified by the Waqf Board before taking effect.
• Future proposals must comply with legal requirements.