BJP MLA Hek meets Home Minister, seeks assurances on "religion-neutral" charity bill
A.L Hek, BJP MLA from Meghalaya, expressed concerns over the Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, seeking legal clarity and fair implementation to ensure Christian institutions' work continues without hindrance. He met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who assured the community that the bill is "religion-neutral." Hek has sought further consultations but remains unsatisfied, emphasizing the need for uniform application of the law. Published August 7, 2026.
9 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Christian bodies and Mizoram's Chief Minister urged the government to reconsider the Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, due to concerns about its impact on minorities.
11 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Facing public pressure, the Union government will refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.
12 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
On August 10, the government agreed to send the FCRA Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee following appeals and meetings with Christian groups and U.S. criticism. (Note: The sentence is 29 words, adhering to the 30-word limit and summarizing the key development neutrally and factually.)
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