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Muhammed Hamdulla Sayeed

Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed (born 11 April 1982) is an Indian politician and affiliated with the , currently serving as the for the Scheduled Tribes constituency in the 18th . The son of the late , a veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister who represented for over three decades, Sayeed entered politics as a member of the in 2006 and was first elected to the in 2009. He holds a Bachelor of Socio-Legal Sciences and from the Indian Law Society in and has practiced as an prior to focusing on legislative duties. Sayeed's parliamentary tenure includes participation in committees on home affairs, welfare of , and the National Shipping Board, reflecting his emphasis on regional issues in the of . Re-elected in the general elections, he secured victory in a competitive contest, maintaining the presence in the constituency amid fluctuating political dynamics. During his terms, he has demonstrated above-average attendance at 91% but lower-than-national-average participation in debates and questions, with 9 debates and 55 questions raised in the initial period of the 18th . As president of the Territorial Committee since , he has led party efforts in the islands, advocating for local development and seafarer , including raising concerns over detained nationals in parliamentary proceedings.

Early life and education

Family background and upbringing

Muhammed Hamdulla Sayeed was born on April 11, 1982, to , a veteran politician who served as for for ten consecutive terms from 1967 until his death on December 18, 2005, and Rahmath Sayeed. The family, of Muslim background, maintained strong ties to Androth Island in , where originated and where the family's permanent residence, A.B. House, remains located. Raised in this politically influential household amid the isolated geography of —a comprising atolls with limited connectivity—Sayeed experienced early immersion in local governance dynamics, including issues of development, , and central administration oversight. His father's prolonged tenure, marked by consistent electoral dominance in a constituency with a small electorate of around 50,000 voters, underscored the role of familial networks in sustaining political control within the territory's insular socio-political ecosystem. This dynastic foundation highlights patterns in subnational where inherited prominence, rather than solely individual merit, can expedite entry into public office; P.M. Sayeed's unchallenged hold—often with margins exceeding 90% in low-turnout contests—likely conferred structural advantages to his through established voter loyalty and organizational machinery, independent of broader competitive vetting.

Academic and early professional pursuits

Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed obtained a of Social Legal Sciences (B.S.L.) and (LL.B.) from the Indian Law Society's Law College in , , completing his studies in 2005. These degrees established his formal qualifications as a , focusing on legal principles and practice applicable to Indian . Prior to his entry into in , Sayeed worked as an , with his professional enrollment tied to , where he was registered as a voter on Androth Island. His early legal practice likely centered on local matters in the , providing foundational experience in and that informed his subsequent parliamentary questioning on administrative and legal issues.

Political career

Entry into politics and 2009 Lok Sabha election

Muhammed Hamdulla Sayeed entered national following the death of his father, , a long-serving MP from who succumbed to a on December 18, 2005, in . The party selected the 26-year-old law graduate as its candidate for the in the 2009 general elections, capitalizing on the family's established political legacy in the . Sayeed, who had no prior electoral experience, described his nomination as an unexpected opportunity rather than a premeditated career move. In the April 2009 polls for the 15th Lok Sabha, Sayeed secured victory in the Scheduled Tribes-reserved seat, defeating P. Pookunhi Koya of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) by a margin of 4,122 votes, with Sayeed polling 21,861 votes to Koya's 17,739. The election saw 39,498 votes cast out of 45,983 registered electors, yielding a turnout of 85.9%, reflecting strong participation in the Muslim-majority archipelago where Congress has historically enjoyed dominance due to developmental associations under past central governments led by the party. At 26, Sayeed became one of the youngest members of the new Lok Sabha, inheriting a seat his father had held for a decade. The win underscored incumbency advantages tied to familial prestige rather than a sweeping personal mandate, as voter loyalty in Lakshadweep's insular, Congress-leaning electorate favored continuity amid limited competition in the single-constituency . Sayeed's offered potential for innovative advocacy on local issues like and , yet his novice status in parliamentary affairs highlighted risks of insufficient depth in navigating intricate governance and national legislation.

2014 election loss and political hiatus

In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed, the incumbent candidate from , was defeated by Nationalist Congress Party's P. P. Mohammed Faizal, securing 20,130 votes to Faizal's 21,665, a margin of 1,535 votes amid a of 86.6 percent across the union territory's 10 inhabited islands. This outcome reflected the broader national anti-incumbency wave against the -led government, which plummeted from 206 seats in 2009 to just 44 nationwide, enabling the National Democratic Alliance's landslide victory. Locally, the close contest highlighted fracturing of the traditional dominance in —rooted in the Sayeed family's multi-generational influence—amid NCP's targeted mobilization, signaling emerging competition beyond familial lineages in the Scheduled Tribes-reserved constituency. Following the defeat announced on May 16, 2014, Sayeed entered a decade-long phase of diminished political visibility, marked by absence from parliamentary or administrative roles and limited public engagements beyond electoral campaigns. This hiatus underscored the fragility of dynasty-driven politics in isolated territories like Lakshadweep, where external shifts in national alliances and local administrative leverage—such as NCP's organizational edge without direct ties to the incoming NDA—exposed reliance on Congress's waning central patronage. Empirical patterns from the polls indicated voter realignment, with NCP's 2014 triumph representing the first non-Congress victory in the seat since its demarcation, fostering a precedent for multipartisan contention over entrenched incumbency. During this interval, Sayeed maintained party affiliations but pursued no documented leadership positions or policy initiatives, reflecting the challenges of sustaining influence amid repeated electoral setbacks and administrative transitions favoring rivals.

2024 Lok Sabha victory and ongoing term

Muhammed Hamdulla Sayeed reclaimed the seat for the (INC) in the 2024 general election, defeating the incumbent ( faction) candidate Mohammed Faizal P.P. by a margin of 2,647 votes. The election was held on April 19, 2024, with results declared on June 4, 2024; Sayeed secured 25,726 votes, while Faizal received 23,079. This outcome reflected a resurgence for the INC in the constituency, which it had lost in 2019, amid reported local resentment toward the union territory's administration and its implementation of reforms viewed as disruptive by residents. Sayeed was sworn in as a member of the 18th in June 2024, marking his return to after a . During his ongoing term, he has focused primarily on constituency-specific issues, including inadequate maritime connectivity; for instance, he raised unstarred questions in August 2025 regarding passenger ship services and the construction of embarkation jetties to address transportation challenges in . As of late 2025, Sayeed's parliamentary engagement includes participation in 9 debates and submission of 55 questions, placing him in the 13.5th percentile for debates and 65th for questions among , with no private member's bills introduced. His activities have centered on local and concerns rather than securing prominent roles or influencing broader legislative agendas.

Policy positions and legislative activities

Advocacy for Lakshadweep development

In June 2025, Sayeed demanded the immediate rollback of a significant hike in passenger ship fares to Lakshadweep, arguing that the increase—exceeding 40% in some categories like bunk class—lacked justification, transparency, and consideration for the islands' economic vulnerabilities, which exacerbate isolation for residents reliant on mainland connectivity. He highlighted how such escalations disproportionately burden low-income islanders, including Scheduled Tribe communities comprising over 95% of the population, who depend on affordable sea travel for essentials, medical access, and trade. Sayeed has pressed for enhanced port infrastructure to mitigate Lakshadweep's remoteness, including a written submission to the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in early August 2025 urging maritime connectivity improvements, such as expanded vessel services and docking facilities at key ports like . On August 1, 2025, he raised a parliamentary question on the construction of embarkation jetties across the islands to facilitate safer and more efficient passenger and cargo handling, directly addressing logistical bottlenecks that hinder development in this of 36 islands spanning 32 square kilometers. In October 2025, he further requested reconsideration of service charge hikes at Port, warning that unaddressed increases in tug, warehouse, and water fees could precipitate a connectivity crisis for islanders. Regarding energy and welfare schemes, Sayeed questioned the status of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PM-SGMBY) on July 23, 2025, seeking details on its implementation for rooftop installations tailored to Lakshadweep's renewable potential amid diesel-dependent grids. The following day, on July 24, 2025, he inquired about supply enhancements, noting government efforts to integrate while pressing for reliable electricity to support ST communities' daily needs and economic activities like and . These interventions underscore a focus on verifiable infrastructure gaps, though some observers contend they align with broader partisan critiques of the administration's reforms under Administrator , potentially prioritizing opposition narratives over collaborative progress.

Parliamentary questions and interventions

In the 18th , Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed has asked 55 questions, primarily unstarred, focusing on issues affecting such as climate change impacts, MGNREGA fund allocation, and fisheries development. For instance, on March 17, 2025, he queried the effects of climate change on 's and economy, while on March 12, 2025, he raised concerns about potential for wind energy infrastructure in the . These queries exhibit a pattern of constituency-specific advocacy, addressing local resource constraints and environmental vulnerabilities rather than national policy overhauls. Sayeed has participated in 9 debates, below the national average of 13.5 but aligning with the state average for Lakshadweep. His interventions include speeches during budget sessions, such as critiques of funding shortfalls for union territories that indirectly relate to Lakshadweep's economic needs under the Finance Bill 2024 discussions. He has sponsored no private member's bills, consistent with his status as a relatively junior MP representing a single-constituency union territory. Productivity metrics from indicate attendance at 91% of sessions, exceeding the national average of 87%, yet overall engagement in questions and debates falls short of national benchmarks, suggesting prioritization of targeted local advocacy over broader legislative initiation. This approach aligns with the representational demands of Lakshadweep's isolated geography and limited population, where substantive law-making influence remains constrained by the MP's scale and party role.

Controversies and criticisms

Opposition to central administration in Lakshadweep

Muhammed Hamdulla Sayeed has voiced opposition to the administration of under , appointed in December 2020, by alleging mismanagement and insensitivity to local needs during his 2024 campaign. Sayeed claimed that key sectors such as , , and had deteriorated, contributing to widespread local frustration with Patel's governance. Sayeed's critiques emphasized perceived overreach in initiatives, which he argued disregarded the cultural and religious of the Muslim-majority islands, where traditional practices and community structures predominate. For instance, he has highlighted how administrative policies risked alienating residents by prioritizing external models of progress over indigenous priorities. Proponents of Patel's approach, however, maintain that measures like enhanced tourism and regulatory updates are vital for economic viability, drawing parallels to successful modernization in the nearby to boost and in a historically underdeveloped region. Electoral outcomes provide mixed empirical evidence of local sentiment: Sayeed's narrow victory in the , 2024, , securing 22,928 votes against his opponent's 22,105 for a margin of 823 votes, suggests resonance with anti-administration views among a portion of voters. Yet his 2014 loss by 1,535 votes underscores that support for such criticisms is not unanimous, potentially reflecting entrenched local interests resistant to change alongside genuine concerns over implementation. Following his election, Sayeed continued targeted objections, including a June 2025 letter demanding reversal of a ship increase—raised from ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 for some routes—imposed without input, which he said burdened islanders reliant on connections. He also contested the administration's decision to remove and Mahal (a local Divehi dialect) from school curricula under the National Education Policy, asserting in correspondence to that these languages are integral to cultural preservation in a community where over 96% identify as Muslim. Additionally, in July 2025, Sayeed rallied against the notification to acquire Bitra Island for strategic purposes, framing it as a threat to displace native inhabitants and prioritizing over resident rights. These positions align with broader opposition narratives portraying Patel's tenure as disruptive, though defenders argue such reforms address longstanding stagnation, including low GDP (around ₹0.1 million in 2020-21) and dependency on central subsidies, by fostering self-sustaining growth despite resistance from status-quo beneficiaries. Sayeed's thus reflects a between preserving communal norms and pursuing verifiable developmental gains, with his electoral success indicating selective voter alignment rather than consensus.

Legal challenge to Waqf Amendment Act

In April 2025, Mohammad Hamdullah Sayeed, the Member of Parliament from Lakshadweep, filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court of India challenging the constitutional validity of Section 3E of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. Section 3E prohibits Muslim members of Scheduled Tribes from declaring waqf properties, a provision Sayeed argued discriminates against the predominantly Scheduled Tribe Muslim population of Lakshadweep—comprising over 96% of residents—who integrate customary tribal practices with Islamic traditions for land and religious endowments. The petition contended that the amendment infringes Articles 14 (equality), 25 (freedom of religion), and 26 (management of religious affairs) of the Constitution, alongside protections for Scheduled Tribes and minorities under Articles 29, 30, and the Fifth Schedule, by centralizing control and undermining local customary governance of waqf lands essential for community welfare in remote island settings. Supporters of the petition, including Sayeed, emphasized preservation of property rights and cultural autonomy for isolated minority communities, arguing that uniform national reforms overlook the unique socio-legal context of tribal whose waqf declarations historically align with land stewardship rather than mainland institutional models. This perspective frames the challenge as safeguarding against overreach that could erode customary practices integral to religious and economic stability in underdeveloped regions. Opponents, including government defenders, countered that the addresses systemic mismanagement and encroachments plaguing properties nationwide, with government data indicating approximately 59,000 properties encroached upon, 13,000 under litigation, and records absent for over 435,000 others, leading to annual revenue losses exceeding ₹1,600 from underutilized assets. The Union of India's asserted the Act enhances through mandatory audits, digitized registration, and curbs on arbitrary claims—often used to assert over disputed lands—enabling better utilization for charitable purposes and development, without infringing core religious freedoms but rectifying empirical abuses like and illegal occupations documented in multiple state waqf boards. Critics of the petition viewed it as opposition from entrenched interests resisting , prioritizing localized exemptions over nationwide reforms justified by of waqf boards' failure to protect endowments, which causally perpetuates in intended communities. On September 15, 2025, the declined to stay the entire Act but suspended specific contentious provisions, including aspects of Section 3E related to tribal declarations, pending a final hearing on merits, thereby allowing partial implementation while preserving the challenge's core issues without full resolution as of October 2025.

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