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Kiren Rijiju: FCRA Bill JPC Referral Will 'Bring Out Truth', Slams Opposition's 'Lies'
- •Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Opposition for spreading 'lies' about the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill.
- •Rijiju welcomed the government's decision to send the Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), stating it will reveal the truth.
- •He refuted claims that the FCRA Bill targets Christian missionaries, clarifying that they account for only 16% of foreign contributions, with the majority going to Hindu organizations.
- •Rijiju accused the Opposition of engaging in 'vote-bank politics' and spreading falsehoods without understanding the Bill's provisions.
- •The Lok Sabha passed a motion to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a 31-member joint committee for scrutiny.
Key Questions Answered
The JPC is expected to conduct a detailed clause-by-clause review of the FCRA Amendment Bill. While the specific recommendations are not yet known, the committee will examine the proposed changes to the FCRA framework, hear from stakeholders, and then submit its recommendations.
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, aims to tighten government oversight of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and foreign funding in India.
The JPC referral of the FCRA Bill is intended to address concerns raised by stakeholders, including the Christian community, and allow for wider consultation on the proposed changes. The government has stated that the JPC process will transparently examine concerns and suggestions before the legislation proceeds.
