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The proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has triggered an intense debate over the future of foreign-funded non-governmental organisations operating in India. Introduced in the Lok Sabha during the Budget Session, the legislation seeks to strengthen oversight mechanisms governing foreign contributions, establish a designated authority to manage foreign-funded assets, and centralise approval processes for investigations under the FCRA framework.
The proposed amendments come at a time when questions surrounding foreign funding, regulatory compliance, national security, social stability, and transparency in the functioning of NGOs have gained increasing prominence in public discourse. Over the past decade, authorities have repeatedly asserted that foreign contributions must remain subject to strict scrutiny to prevent misuse and ensure that overseas funds are utilised solely for their declared purposes.
At the centre of the debate are evangelical and church-linked organisations that have historically depended on international donor networks, overseas churches, mission boards, and charitable foundations for financial support. Many such organisations operate extensive welfare, educational, healthcare, and outreach programmes across India, particularly in economically vulnerable and geographically remote regions. Critics of the proposed amendments argue that tighter regulations could affect the operational capacity of genuine charitable institutions, while supporters maintain that stronger oversight is essential to protect national interests and ensure accountability.
Government data indicates that thousands of FCRA licences have been cancelled over the years, while several organisations have either lost registration, failed to secure renewals, or faced investigations related to alleged violations of the law. The proposed legislation is therefore being viewed by many observers as the next major phase in India’s evolving approach toward regulating foreign contributions and monitoring their utilisation.
Against this backdrop, a series of enforcement actions involving Christian-linked organisations, particularly in Tamil Nadu, has drawn renewed attention. The following incidents illustrate the broader regulatory landscape that has shaped discussions surrounding the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026.
US Lawmakers Criticise Proposed FCRA Amendments Amid Debate Over Foreign Funding Oversight
Lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties in the United States criticised proposed amendments to India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) on June 15, 2026, arguing that the changes could restrict foreign-funded civil society groups, including Christian organisations, and allow authorities to seize their assets.
The FCRA framework, introduced in 1976 and subsequently revised through the 2010 Act and later amendments, regulates foreign funding in India with the stated objective of preventing external influence in the country’s political, social, and religious sectors. The framework also seeks to ensure that foreign contributions are utilised for their declared purposes.
The proposed FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 seeks to strengthen centralised control over foreign funding through the creation of a designated authority, tighter oversight mechanisms, and restricted investigative processes. The measures are intended to curb misuse of foreign contributions, although they have also generated concerns regarding possible over-regulation.
The government has justified the proposed changes on grounds of national security and social harmony. It has highlighted that foreign-funded non-governmental organisations often conduct large-scale outreach activities, including camp-style events, door-to-door networks, and literature distribution. The preference for less-restricted foreign donations has contributed to increased scrutiny regarding the potential misuse of such funds.
Several organisations have previously faced action under FCRA provisions for alleged violations. These include World Vision India, Jesus Redeems, TNSOSS, Tuticorin Diocesan Association, and Florence Home Foundation. The actions reflect enforcement measures related to compliance requirements under the foreign funding regulatory framework.
The proposed amendments have generated differing responses. Authorities have emphasised transparency, accountability, and national interest as key objectives of the legislation. Critics, however, contend that repeated cancellations of registrations and increased regulatory controls could affect genuine welfare activities and reduce the operational space available to civil society organisations.
The report also compiles a list of 11 non-governmental organisations in Tamil Nadu whose FCRA registrations have been cancelled.
What is the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA)?
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) is the legal framework governing the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions in India. It regulates how individuals, associations, and organisations can receive foreign funds, assets, or assistance from overseas sources.
The legislation is intended to prevent external influence on India’s internal affairs, particularly in the political, social, and religious spheres, while permitting foreign contributions for welfare, developmental, charitable, and public-interest activities.
The first FCRA was enacted in 1976 during the Emergency period under the government led by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The law was introduced to provide the state with regulatory oversight over foreign funds entering the country and to address concerns regarding external influence on domestic political activities, organisations, and movements.
The Act established a framework under which foreign contributions could be monitored and regulated, laying the foundation for subsequent amendments and reforms aimed at strengthening oversight and compliance requirements.
Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, forms the current legal framework governing the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions in India. The legislation replaced the earlier Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 1976, and was enacted to consolidate and regulate the acceptance and use of foreign contributions and foreign hospitality by individuals and organisations.
The Act was passed by the Lok Sabha on September 21, 2010, and by the Rajya Sabha on September 23, 2010. It received the assent of the President on September 26, 2010, and came into force on May 1, 2011. Since its enactment, the law has been amended in 2016, 2018, and 2020 to strengthen regulatory oversight and compliance mechanisms.
Under the Act, foreign contributions received by non-governmental organisations, trusts, societies, associations, and companies are required to be utilised only for the specific purposes for which they were received. The legislation prohibits the diversion of such funds toward political activities, militant activities, or other purposes considered contrary to national interest.
The Act requires persons seeking to receive foreign contributions to either obtain registration under FCRA, 2010, or secure prior permission from the Central Government through the Ministry of Home Affairs. Registration may be suspended or cancelled in cases involving misuse of funds or violations of statutory provisions.
Following the 2020 amendment, all foreign contributions are required to be received through a designated bank account declared to the government, with the State Bank of India’s New Delhi Main Branch serving as the mandated receiving branch for such transactions.
The legislation further provides that no person receiving foreign contributions under the Act may transfer those funds to another person unless the recipient is also authorised to receive foreign contributions in accordance with rules prescribed by the Central Government.
An FCRA registration certificate remains valid for a period of five years. Prior permission granted under the Act is limited to the specific purpose and amount of foreign contribution for which approval has been issued.
The Act prescribes penalties for violations. Any person who knowingly provides false information or obtains registration or prior permission through fraud, false representation, or concealment of material facts may, upon conviction, face imprisonment for a term extending up to six months, a fine, or both.
Any person found to be in contravention of the provisions of the Act may be punished with imprisonment for a term extending up to five years, a fine, or both.
What Does the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026 Propose?
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on March 25, 2026, during the Budget Session. The legislation was presented by Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on behalf of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The proposed law seeks to revise provisions contained in the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. The Union Government has maintained that the amendments are intended to strengthen accountability in the handling of overseas contributions and address instances of misuse of foreign funds. Opposition members, however, have raised objections to the proposal, describing it as excessively stringent and expressing concerns over the concentration of regulatory authority over non-governmental organisations.
One of the central provisions of the Bill is the establishment of a “Designated Authority” to oversee foreign-funded assets and contributions linked to organisations whose FCRA registrations have been cancelled, surrendered, allowed to lapse, or not renewed. The authority would be entrusted with the responsibility of administering such assets once the organisation loses its eligibility to receive foreign contributions under the Act.
The proposed framework allows these assets to remain under official management for a specified period. Where registration is not subsequently reinstated, the assets may be transferred to a government entity or disposed of through sale. Any proceeds generated through such disposal would be credited to the Consolidated Fund of India.
The legislation also introduces changes to the manner in which FCRA-related investigations may be initiated. Under the proposal, law-enforcement agencies and state governments would be required to secure prior approval from the Central Government before commencing any inquiry or investigation under the Act. This provision places the authority to authorise investigations within a centralised approval mechanism.
Another significant change relates to penalties prescribed under the law. For certain offences, the maximum term of imprisonment proposed under the amended framework would be reduced from five years to one year, with the option of a fine or both. At the same time, the Bill introduces additional regulatory measures aimed at strengthening oversight and administration under the FCRA regime.
Why Has the Government Made Stricter FCRA Controls Mandatory?
The Union Government has justified the introduction of stricter controls under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) framework on the grounds of national security, public order, and social stability. The proposed measures are intended to strengthen oversight of foreign contributions and prevent their use in activities considered detrimental to the country’s interests.
Government agencies have maintained that a portion of foreign funding routed through non-governmental organisations has allegedly been linked to separatist, extremist, or militancy-related activities, particularly in regions affected by conflict and security challenges. These concerns have been cited as one of the principal reasons for expanding regulatory scrutiny over foreign contributions.
Authorities have also expressed concerns regarding the use of overseas funds for evangelical outreach and conversion-related programmes. Such activities, particularly when conducted among tribal populations and other vulnerable groups, have been cited as potential sources of social and religious tensions requiring closer monitoring under the FCRA framework.
Another area highlighted by the government relates to the alleged use of foreign contributions to support protest campaigns, mobilisations, and activities viewed as disruptive to law and order. Concerns have been raised regarding the role of externally funded organisations in movements opposing industrial, mining, steel, and infrastructure projects in sensitive sectors.
In one such case, the Central Bureau of Investigation alleged that the NGO Environics Trust diverted foreign contributions that had been received for disaster-relief purposes and used them to finance protests and agitational activities against a JSW Steel project in Odisha.
The proposed amendments seek to establish a structured mechanism for the administration and disposal of foreign-funded assets through a designated authority. The legislation also introduces provisions relating to timelines for utilisation of foreign contributions, management of assets during periods of suspension, rationalisation of penalties, and mandatory prior approval from the Central Government before the initiation of investigations under the Act.
While the government has presented these measures as necessary safeguards to ensure that foreign contributions are not used for activities considered harmful to national interests, several organisations working in the NGO sector have viewed the amendments as a continuation of an increasingly restrictive regulatory approach toward civil society institutions.
Data released by the Ministry of Home Affairs indicates that 20,700 FCRA licences have been cancelled to date. It is also believed that a number of organisations have chosen not to apply for renewal of their registrations.
According to figures available with the Ministry, approximately 16,000 organisations are currently registered under the FCRA framework and collectively receive around ₹22,000 crore in foreign contributions each year.
Why Do Evangelical Organisations Depend on Foreign Funding?
Evangelical organisations and certain faith-based NGOs often rely substantially on foreign contributions due to the resource-intensive nature of their religious outreach activities, socio-religious networks, and community-based programmes. The financial requirements associated with operating across economically weaker and geographically remote regions frequently exceed the level of support available through local donations alone.
A significant share of this funding is linked to international religious and charitable networks. Many evangelical and Christian mission-oriented organisations maintain connections with overseas churches, mission boards, philanthropic institutions, and donor groups that mobilise resources in developed countries and support projects in nations such as India through established funding channels.
The operational model adopted by several such organisations involves sustained outreach efforts, including camp-based programmes, household-level engagement, distribution of religious literature, community-support initiatives, and training activities. Maintaining these networks often requires recurring expenditure on personnel, transportation, educational material, logistical support, and organisational infrastructure, creating a continued dependence on external funding sources.
Foreign private donors are also viewed as an important source of financial support because such contributions may provide greater operational flexibility than funding received through government programmes or corporate channels. This allows organisations to pursue activities aligned with their religious and institutional objectives, including faith-oriented programmes that may at times become subjects of public debate or controversy.
As a result, overseas funding remains a significant financial pillar for many evangelical and mission-linked organisations engaged in religious outreach and associated community-based initiatives.
NGOs Under Scrutiny Over Alleged Conversion-Linked Activities
The tightening of FCRA regulations, including the cancellation or non-renewal of registrations of several Christian-linked organisations, has had a significant impact on a number of church-affiliated NGOs operating in India. In several instances, organisations engaged in social welfare and community outreach activities have acknowledged difficulties in sustaining programmes that were dependent on a regular flow of overseas funding.
The issue has drawn attention to the financial dependence of certain faith-based organisations on foreign contributions, particularly where welfare, educational, community-development, and outreach initiatives have been supported through international donor networks.
At the same time, a number of NGOs have faced allegations, investigations, or regulatory scrutiny over claims that foreign-funded development and welfare activities were being used to facilitate religious-conversion efforts. Such concerns have frequently been raised in relation to programmes operating among tribal populations, Dalit communities, and economically disadvantaged rural groups.
Several organisations have come under the attention of authorities in connection with these allegations, with inquiries focusing on the utilisation of foreign contributions, compliance with FCRA provisions, and the relationship between welfare activities and religious outreach programmes. The following cases illustrate some of the organisations that have faced scrutiny in this regard.
Christian-Linked NGOs in Tamil Nadu Whose FCRA Registrations Have Been Cancelled
Tamil Nadu has witnessed regulatory action against several Christian-linked non-governmental organisations under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). Over the years, the Ministry of Home Affairs has cancelled or declined to renew the FCRA registrations of a number of organisations following findings related to regulatory non-compliance and other alleged violations of provisions governing the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions.
These actions have affected organisations engaged in a range of activities, including social welfare, education, healthcare, community development, charitable assistance, and faith-based outreach programmes. The cancellation of FCRA registration restricts an organisation’s ability to lawfully receive foreign contributions and often has a direct impact on projects that rely on overseas funding.
The organisations listed below are among the Christian-linked NGOs in Tamil Nadu whose FCRA registrations have been cancelled, forming part of a broader pattern of enforcement measures undertaken under the foreign funding regulatory framework.
1. Jesus Redeems Faces FCRA Suspension Following Allegations Related to Foreign Funding
The Ministry of Home Affairs suspended the FCRA registration of Jesus Redeems in March 2024 following allegations concerning the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions.
Jesus Redeems is led by Mohan C. Lazarus, an evangelical figure based in Tamil Nadu. A complaint submitted by the Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF) in November 2023 alleged violations of provisions under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act.
The complaint stated that the organisation had received substantial foreign contributions from its United States-based affiliate, Jesus Redeems Ministries Inc. It further alleged that Mohan C. Lazarus served as the chief functionary of both the Indian and overseas entities.
The complaint also alleged that foreign contributions received by the organisation were utilised for large-scale religious outreach and conversion-related activities among villagers in Tamil Nadu. These activities were described by the complainant as having implications for social and religious harmony.
Following examination of the allegations and the issues raised regarding compliance with FCRA provisions, the Ministry of Home Affairs suspended the FCRA licence of Jesus Redeems in March 2024, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the alleged regulatory violations highlighted in the complaint submitted by the Legal Rights Protection Forum.
2. Tamil Nadu Social Service Society Loses FCRA Registration Following Compliance-Related Findings
The Ministry of Home Affairs cancelled the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act registration of the Tamil Nadu Social Service Society (TNSOSS) in February 2024, rendering the organisation ineligible to receive foreign contributions.
TNSOSS is a Catholic-affiliated social service organisation functioning under the Tamil Nadu Catholic Bishops Conference and is engaged in activities related to justice, peace, and development initiatives.
The Ministry held that the organisation had violated provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act. The action was linked to regulatory and compliance-related issues associated with the organisation’s handling of foreign-funded operations.
As a result of these findings, the Ministry of Home Affairs revoked the organisation’s FCRA registration in early February 2024. The cancellation formed part of a series of enforcement measures taken under the FCRA framework against various non-governmental organisations during the year.
3. World Vision India Barred from Receiving Foreign Contributions Following FCRA Action
World Vision India, one of the country’s largest Christian voluntary organisations and a member of the global World Vision International network, faced regulatory action under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act after authorities cited alleged compliance violations related to the receipt and utilisation of foreign funds. The organisation has been engaged in child welfare, healthcare, and development-oriented programmes across various regions of India.
The Ministry of Home Affairs held that the organisation had violated provisions of the FCRA. Among the issues cited were allegations that foreign contributions had been utilised for activities considered inconsistent with the objectives declared by the organisation, including the provision of grants for religious purposes while operating programmes presented as secular welfare initiatives. The Ministry also identified additional compliance-related irregularities under the foreign funding framework.
Regulatory action against the organisation began in November 2022, when its FCRA registration was suspended for a period of 180 days. The suspension was subsequently extended as authorities continued to examine the matter.
Following the extended suspension and the findings recorded by the Ministry, the organisation’s FCRA registration ultimately ceased to remain operational, effectively preventing World Vision India from receiving foreign contributions under the provisions of the Act.
4. Tuticorin Diocesan Association Listed Among NGOs Whose FCRA Registration Was Cancelled
The Tuticorin Diocesan Association (FCRA Registration No. 076030031), a Tamil Nadu-based organisation operating under the Tuticorin Catholic Diocese, faced action under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act following allegations concerning the utilisation of foreign contributions. The organisation was involved in activities related to child welfare, orphanage management, and associated social-service programmes.
The Ministry of Home Affairs cited adverse inputs received from intelligence agencies, which alleged that foreign contributions received by the organisation had been utilised for activities described as anti-national in nature. The Ministry also referred to violations of provisions governing the receipt and use of foreign funds under the FCRA framework.
Regulatory proceedings against the organisation began with the suspension of its FCRA registration in 2015. Subsequent action resulted in the registration no longer remaining valid under the Act, effectively preventing the organisation from receiving foreign contributions.
As part of the enforcement measures, the organisation’s bank accounts were frozen and it was barred from accessing foreign funding channels. The Tuticorin Diocesan Association continues to be recorded in official records among organisations whose FCRA registrations have been cancelled.
5. Christian Organisations Face FCRA Registration Cancellation Over Alleged Regulatory Violations
Regulatory action under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act was taken against multiple Christian-linked organisations in 2023, resulting in the cancellation of their registrations to receive foreign contributions.
Among the organisations affected were Shekina Prophetic Mission Trust, based in Tamil Nadu, and Holy Berachah Ministries, based in Karnataka. Authorities cited alleged violations of provisions and compliance requirements under the FCRA framework as the basis for the action.
The cancellations formed part of a broader enforcement exercise undertaken during the year against organisations found to be in violation of foreign funding regulations.
As a consequence of the action, the affected organisations ceased to be eligible to receive foreign contributions under the provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act. The FCRA registrations of all four organisations covered under the action were cancelled in 2023.
6. Complaints Filed Against Bethanya Vision Trust Over Alleged Conversion-Related Activities Among Vulnerable Children
Bethanya Vision Trust (BVT), an FCRA-registered Christian non-governmental organisation based in Tamil Nadu, came under scrutiny following complaints alleging that its activities involved efforts aimed at religious conversion among vulnerable communities. The organisation operates children’s homes and community-support centres across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.
Complaints submitted by the Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF) and other complainants alleged that the organisation targeted children belonging to socially and economically vulnerable backgrounds, including Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and nomadic-tribe communities.
The allegations specifically referred to outreach among the Narikuravar community in Tamil Nadu and the Chenchu community in Andhra Pradesh. Complainants claimed that these activities were linked to attempts at religious conversion through programmes conducted by the organisation.
The matter was formally raised through complaints filed by the Legal Rights Protection Forum, which sought scrutiny of the organisation’s activities and its operations among the identified communities.
7. New Hope Foundation and Holy Spirit Ministries Lose FCRA Registration Over Foreign Funding Irregularities
The Ministry of Home Affairs cancelled the FCRA registrations of New Hope Foundation, based in Tamil Nadu, and Holy Spirit Ministries, based in Karnataka, following allegations related to the receipt and routing of foreign contributions. Both organisations are Christian-affiliated entities engaged in welfare and mission-oriented activities and were registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act.
The Ministry alleged that the organisations had received foreign contributions through, or in connection with, an organisation that had previously been prohibited under the regulatory framework. The allegations stated that such transactions were inconsistent with provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, including restrictions governing the transfer or channeling of foreign funds through non-compliant or proscribed entities.
Following these findings, the FCRA registrations of both organisations were revoked, rendering them ineligible to receive or utilise foreign contributions under the Act.
8. Serve India Ministries Faces Complaint Alleging Conversions, Hate Speech, and FCRA Violations
Serve India Ministries came under scrutiny after a complaint was submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs by the Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF). The organisation is headed by Ebenezer Samuel.
The complaint alleged that poor Hindu individuals were subjected to conversion activities through deceptive methods and inducements. It further accused the organisation of engaging in hate speech and violating provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act.
The matter was formally brought before the Ministry of Home Affairs through the complaint filed by the Legal Rights Protection Forum, seeking examination of the allegations and the organisation’s compliance with applicable laws governing foreign contributions.
9. Caruna Bal Vikas Booked in FCRA Case Over Alleged Misuse of Foreign Contributions
Caruna Bal Vikas, a Chennai-based non-governmental organisation, faced action under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act following allegations concerning the use of foreign contributions received from overseas sources.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) alleged that the organisation had received crores of rupees in foreign funding from Compassion International, a donor organisation based in Colorado, United States. Investigators alleged that the funds were utilised for activities related to religious conversions.
Based on these allegations, a case was registered against the organisation for alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. The action formed part of an investigation into the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions by the NGO.
Subsequently, the organisation faced regulatory action under the FCRA framework, resulting in restrictions on its ability to operate with foreign contributions while the matter remained under investigation.
10. Florence Home Foundation Loses FCRA Registration Following Findings of Regulatory Non-Compliance
Florence Home Foundation, a Tamil Nadu-based non-governmental organisation headquartered in Cuddalore and affiliated with France’s Emmaus International network, faced action under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act following allegations concerning the handling of foreign contributions. The organisation had been registered to receive overseas funding for activities related to religious, cultural, educational, economic, and social causes.
Authorities alleged that the organisation had failed to comply with provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, in relation to the management of foreign grants. Among the issues cited were allegations that foreign contributions were deposited into a regular domestic bank account rather than a separately designated FCRA account, as required under the law. The organisation was also accused of failing to maintain financial records in the manner prescribed under the regulatory framework.
The Ministry of Home Affairs initially renewed the organisation’s FCRA registration before subsequently reviewing the matter and initiating proceedings concerning the alleged violations. Following the completion of the process, the Ministry cancelled the organisation’s registration under the Act.
As a result of the cancellation, Florence Home Foundation ceased to be eligible to receive foreign contributions, bringing an end to its access to overseas funding under the FCRA framework.
11. Tuticorin Multipurpose Social Service Society Faces FCRA Action Over Alleged Misuse of Foreign Contributions
The Tuticorin Multipurpose Social Service Society (FCRA Registration No. 76030038), a Tamil Nadu-based organisation, came under scrutiny following allegations regarding the utilisation of foreign contributions received under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act framework.
Authorities alleged that foreign funds received by the organisation had been used for activities described as anti-national in nature. The allegations formed the basis of regulatory action initiated against the organisation under provisions governing the receipt and use of overseas contributions.
Subsequent proceedings led to action by the Government of India against the organisation’s FCRA registration. In 2015, the organisation’s registration under the Act was cancelled, resulting in the loss of its eligibility to receive foreign contributions.
As part of the enforcement measures, the organisation’s bank accounts were frozen following the cancellation of its FCRA registration.
The debate surrounding the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, reflects a broader national conversation about transparency, accountability, foreign influence, and the regulation of overseas funding in India. While the government has defended the proposed amendments as necessary safeguards aimed at strengthening oversight, preventing misuse of foreign contributions, and protecting national interests, the legislation has also generated concerns among several foreign-funded organisations regarding its potential operational impact.
The cases documented above demonstrate the growing emphasis placed by authorities on compliance with FCRA provisions and the monitoring of foreign-funded entities. They also highlight how questions relating to foreign contributions, religious outreach activities, organisational accountability, and regulatory oversight have increasingly become central to policy discussions.
As Parliament deliberates on the proposed amendments, the issue is likely to remain a significant point of debate among policymakers, civil society organisations, religious institutions, and regulatory authorities. The outcome of these discussions may shape the future framework governing foreign funding in India and define the balance between facilitating legitimate charitable activity and ensuring effective oversight of overseas contributions.
