FCRA Bill: Centre eyes consensus on sending foreign funding bill to JPC Raj Singh | Capital TV

The central government is actively working to build a political consensus to refer the contentious Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for a thorough review. This legislative move comes amid ongoing debates and deadlock in parliament regarding foreign funding regulations and compliance norms for non-governmental organizations and associations across the country. Lawmakers and opposition parties have raised various concerns about transparency, operational autonomy, and strict oversight measures proposed in the draft legislation. By opting for a parliamentary committee review, the administration aims to address stakeholder apprehensions, foster bipartisan discussions, and refine the legal framework before enacting the stringent regulatory changes. Further deliberations among floor leaders are expected in the coming days to finalize the panel's composition and terms of reference.