05/08/2026
US lawmaker voices concern on FCRA amendments, says they could affect India–US ties
A U.S. Congressman has criticized India's proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA), arguing that some provisions could expand the government's control over organizations receiving foreign funding, including religious charities and churches. He warned that if the bill becomes law in its current form, it could strain India–U.S. relations. �
Key points:
The lawmaker said the proposed amendments could allow the government to take control of assets of organizations that lose their FCRA registration.
He expressed concern that Christian charities, schools, hospitals, and churches could be disproportionately affected.
He urged the U.S. administration to raise these concerns with the Indian government.
The Indian government has maintained that the amendments are aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and oversight of foreign-funded organizations, not targeting any particular community.
