Mukesh Ambani’s Antilia and Waqf Act controversy
You must have read the title that this news is about Ambani House Antila which is now in the headlines again due to the new Waqf Amendment Bill.
Mukesh Ambani’s luxurious house, Antilia, which is located on Mumbai’s Altamount Road, is once again in the headlines. This house, whose value is approximately ₹15,000 crore, has now become a part of a legal dispute. Due to the Waqf Amendment Act, the question is being raised whether Antilia is built on the land that was donated in the name of the Waqf Board.
Beginning of the dispute
In 1986, Kareem Bhai Ibrahim had donated this land to the Waqf Board, so that an orphanage and a religious school could be built there. Mukesh Ambani bought this land in 2002 for ₹21.5 crore. But according to reports, proper legal procedures were not followed for this deal, which are necessary for properties related to Waqf Board. It is also being said that this deal can be illegal without the approval of the Charity Commissioner.
Effect of Waqf Amendment Act
The main aim of the Waqf Amendment Act which has been passed recently is to manage Waqf properties properly. This Act is making this dispute even more complicated. If the court decides in favor of the Waqf Board, then the Ambani family may have to leave their house.
Luxury and design of Antilia
Antilia was designed by U.S.-based architectural firm Perkins and Will. It is one of the most luxurious private residences in the world, with amenities like spa, gym, private theatre, helipad, temple and swimming pool. Its construction went on from 2006 to 2010. Currently, Ambani family lives here, but their future seems uncertain due to legal case.
Future of legal battle
This case has been pending in the Supreme Court for a long time, but the Waqf Act has highlighted it again. Maharashtra Assembly has clarified that Waqf land cannot be sold for private purposes. There are appeals for a peaceful resolution, but no final decision has been taken yet.
Conclusion
As you all know that Ambani family is in the list of India’s richest people, then what do you think, Ambani family will have to escape Antilia but I feel that Ambani family will not escape Antilia because it is the most expensive house in the whole world and even the government will not remove Ambani ji like this, rest you tell me your opinion as to what you think.
This controversy around Antilia is a reminder of how important transparency and legal compliance are in property transactions. This case can set a precedent for disputes of Waqf properties. Only the future will tell whether the Ambani family has to leave their home or not. But whatever decision is taken, its impact is going to be huge.