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Why churches and Christian organisations in India are against the FCRA Bill | Explained
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New Delhi:With various reports suggesting that the Central government is likely to introduce 'Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act Amendment (FCRA) Bill' in the Lok Sabha next week, various churches and Christian organisations in India are strongly opposing the FCRA Bill.
These churches and Christian organisations in India strongly oppose the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 as they are raising concerns that the proposed legislation targets their institutions and threatens their civil liberties.
Some members of the Christian community presented their views regarding the FCRA bill to the Home Minister and demanded that the bill be either withdrawn or referred to the JPC.
Why churches, Christian organisations oppose FCRA Bill?
They express concern that if the Centre implements the FCRA Bill, it will impact these welfare infrastructures.