MLA Urges Reevaluation of Foreign Contribution Bill to Safeguard Non-Profits

Meghalaya BJP MLA, A L Hek, has addressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, voicing concerns over the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Hek emphasizes the potential negative impacts of the bill on non-profits, highlighting their role in various development sectors, and calls for a consultative review of the legislation.

In a recent letter, Meghalaya BJP MLA A L Hek has reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging a thorough review of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Hek expressed significant concerns about the bill's potential implications on the non-profit sector, particularly in regions like Meghalaya.

Hek underscored the essential contributions made by non-profits in sectors such as education, healthcare, and rural development. He emphasized the importance of maintaining compliance with existing regulations and warned against the bill's prospect of imposing stricter oversight.

The MLA has called for a comprehensive review, advocating for the inclusion of clear definitions, transparent procedures, and proportionate safeguards in the legislation to ensure both accountability and the autonomy of non-profits.

(With inputs from agencies.)