Waqf Property Fraud Alleged: Fake Deed, Illegal Khata, and Trustee Inaction Under Spotlight

Major Encroachment Allegations Rock Ayesha Amina Trust in Bengaluru

Claims of Fake Deed, Illegal Khata, and Trustee Inaction Surface

Bengaluru, August 12, 2025: A serious case of alleged illegal encroachment and fraudulent sale of Waqf property has been brought to light in Bengaluru, with accusations pointing towards the President of Ayesha Amina Trust, certain trustees, and officials of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP).

Dr. Yaseen Shariff, a family member of late Haji Nabi Shariff, has alleged that another family member, Ahmed Shariff—currently serving as the Trust’s President—illegally occupied 525 sq. ft. of Waqf land at No. 5, Sadar Patrappa Road, O.T.C. Road Cross, by creating false documents and colluding with BBMP officials to generate a fake Khata (No. 5/1).

Property History and Alleged Fraudulent Actions

According to Dr. Shariff, the land in question was legally purchased by the Ayesha Amina Trust through a registered sale deed dated October 5, 1972, and has remained under uninterrupted possession for over five decades. The property is registered as Waqf with the Karnataka Board of Waqf under registration number KTW/Reg/07/BNU/1982-83.

In 2004, BBMP approved a building plan for a hostel on the property, and taxes for the site have been consistently paid. However, Dr. Shariff alleges that in March 2023, Ahmed Shariff fraudulently created a “Deed of Declaration” falsely claiming part of the land belonged to his late father, who passed away in 1994. Using this document, a new Khata number was allegedly obtained, leading to the construction of six commercial shops without BBMP approval. These were then sold to another individual.

“The Secretary and Trustees of the Trust remained silent spectators while the President leased out the shops and collected rent for personal gain,” Dr. Shariff claimed.

Gift Deeds and Sale to Third Party

On May 23, 2023, Ahmed Shariff allegedly executed six registered gift deeds, transferring the shops to his wife and daughters—a move Dr. Shariff asserts is illegal under the Waqf Act, which prohibits gifting, selling, or transferring Waqf properties.

Later, on June 20, 2025, the premises were allegedly sold to a third party, identified as Mr. Jaishankar, through a registered sale deed. Dr. Shariff maintains that the transaction is void as Waqf land cannot be sold by an individual or Trust President.

Location of the Waqf Property: No. 5, Sadar Patrappa Road, OTC Road Cross , Bangalore -560002

Call for Legal Action

Dr. Shariff has demanded:

• Immediate cancellation of the fraudulent Khata No. 5/1 and demolition of the illegal structure.

• Restoration of property ownership records to the Trust.

• Criminal action against Ahmed Shariff, complicit trustees, and involved BBMP officials.

• A high-level probe into similar Waqf property encroachments.

• Immediate removal of trustees for violation of the Trust’s objectives.

He has urged the CEO and Chairman of the Karnataka State Board of Waqf to lodge a police complaint and initiate legal proceedings without delay.

Wider Context

This allegation surfaces amid nationwide protests against the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill, with community leaders emphasising the need to safeguard religious and charitable properties from encroachment and corruption.

“This is not just about one piece of land—it is about protecting community assets from falling into the wrong hands,” Dr. Shariff stated, appealing to the media and public to expose such incidents.

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Editor’s Note @ INDIA NOW

These are allegations made by Dr. Yaseen Shariff. It remains to be seen how the accused persons, Ayesha Amina Trust, respond to these charges. India Now will seek responses from those accused of illegal encroachment, sale, or purchase of the said Waqf property to ensure all perspectives are presented.

Key QUOTES (Attribution: Dr. Yaseen Shariff)

• “A part of our Waqf property was illegally taken over, gifted, and sold without any authority or legal right. If such fraud is not stopped now, it may happen to many other Waqf properties in the future.”

• “The Secretary and Trustees of the Trust remained silent spectators while the President leased out the shops and collected rent for personal gain.”

• “This is a serious violation under the Waqf Act and is also completely against the objectives of Ayesha Amina Trust.”

• “We urge the Waqf Board to file a police complaint immediately and take legal steps to restore the property to the Trust.”

• “Such illegal encroachments and corrupt practices must be exposed and stopped.”