Rajya Sabha Member Raises Concerns Over FCRA Amendments and Asset Vesting

P. Wilson, a Rajya Sabha member, spoke at a consultation meeting in Vijayawada on September 27, 2026. He raised concerns regarding amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) introduced on March 25, 2026. Wilson stated that the proposed changes allow for the assets of organizations to vest with the government if their FCRA registration or certificate is cancelled. These assets could subsequently be auctioned or transferred to a Union or State government department.

Wilson questioned the provision allowing government control over assets accumulated legally over several decades following registration cancellation or non-renewal. He warned that this could affect voluntary organizations that operate essential services such as hospitals, schools, colleges, and old-age homes using foreign contributions.