‘Even the US’ regulates foreign funding: India hits back at Republic lawmaker's remarks – 'Our Parliament decides'
Various countries, including the United States, enforce regulations on foreign monetary inflows, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has sparked controversy in India after a US lawmaker voiced concerns about potential government control over churches and religious charities. The bill proposes to establish a Designated Authority to oversee foreign contributions and reduce penalties for violations, but opposition parties argue it could harm NGOs, especially those run by minority communities.
The Ministry of External Affairs stated that regulating foreign funds is an internal matter for India, and several countries, including the US, enforce similar regulations. US Congressman Riley Moore accused the bill of enabling state control over religious institutions and warned it could strain bilateral ties.
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