MHA Notifies FCRA Amendment Rules, 2026, Tightening Compliance for NGOs

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has introduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2026, imposing stricter compliance for NGOs receiving foreign funding. Key changes include activity-specific registration, a broader definition of 'key functionary,' stricter financial compliance requiring NGOs to utilize at least 75% of previous funds, and an explicit prohibition on using foreign funds for proselytization.

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