M K Stalin has criticised the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill, 2026, alleging that it disproportionately targets Christian institutions and minority-run organisations across India.
Addressing the media, Stalin said the amendment could adversely impact charitable institutions, particularly those run by minority communities. He stated that he has written to Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to withdraw the bill.
Stalin expressed concern that the provisions of the amendment could allow authorities to cancel registrations and seize assets of organisations even for minor procedural lapses, such as delays in submitting certificates. He warned that such actions could affect institutions like hospitals, schools, and hostels that serve the public, including those funded through a mix of domestic and foreign contributions.
Echoing similar concerns, P Wilson criticised the timing of the bill, stating that its introduction around Easter had caused distress among the Christian community. He alleged that the legislation could be used to target Christian missions, NGOs, and churches, and described provisions allowing retrospective action on assets as excessive.
Wilson also claimed that since 2014, several charitable licences—particularly those linked to Christian institutions—have been cancelled, and argued that the proposed amendment could further restrict the functioning of such organisations. He warned that immediate confiscation of assets like schools, hospitals, and orphanages could affect vulnerable populations dependent on these services.
The bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha on March 25 by Nityanand Rai. The Centre has maintained that the amendment is intended to enhance transparency, regulate the use of foreign funds, and prevent misuse that could impact national security.
