The news: In a significant development, the Indian government decided not to bring the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill before Parliament, following sustained pressure from Christian groups across the country. The bill had raised serious alarm because it would have allowed the government to seize properties owned by foreign-funded Christian organizations. The Hindu nationalist government has instead referred the bill for further review.
Why it matters for church leaders: This is a direct reprieve for churches and Christian nonprofits that depend on foreign funding for schools, hospitals, and community programs. While the pause is welcome news, the bill has not been withdrawn — meaning the threat is deferred, not defeated.
The takeaway: Use this window of time to audit your organization's FCRA compliance, diversify your funding sources, and stay connected with national church bodies monitoring the bill's next steps.
Source: Christianity Today
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