Religious Organization Gains Foreign Funding Approval

The Ministry of Home Affairs has granted FCRA approval to Shri Bageshwar Jan Seva Samiti, enabling it to receive foreign contributions. Led by preacher Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the organization is one of 38 cleared for foreign funding, which supports cultural, religious, economic, educational, and social initiatives.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the registration of the Shri Bageshwar Jan Seva Samiti under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA).

This status allows the religious and cultural organization, headed by Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, to receive foreign donations legally. It is among 38 organizations receiving such approval this year.

The registration is crucial for entities engaging in cultural, educational, or social programming under FCRA's guidelines, and remains valid for five years.

(With inputs from agencies.)