Nagpur: “The Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Bill (FCRA) was brought in to curb anti-national activities and not to target any particular religion,” Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has clarified.
Speaking to reporters in Nagpur today, he said, “The central government announced the revised new FCRA rules in June to receive foreign funds. Accordingly, when voluntary organizations receive funds from abroad, they must choose in advance from a predefined list the purpose of the work they undertake and the sector in which they operate.
Some organizations are bringing money into the country using FCRA and using it for anti-national activities. This amendment is being brought in to curb that. This bill will not create any obstruction or difficulty for organizations that work legally and properly. Those who maintain their accounts correctly will be able to continue retaining their license.
Furthermore, those who wish to express their views on this law can do so in Parliament. The central government is open-minded and willing to hear everyone’s opinions. This law is common to all communities and organizations and is not against any particular religion,” said Fadnavis.
