Shillong: Shillong BJP leader A.L. Hek wants more than just talk. He is demanding the Centre bake clear legal protections into the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act amendments. Verbal promises simply do not cut it. Hek insists the government must draft specific provisions to ensure religious and charitable institutions keep running without constant fear.
He is not against transparency. In fact, he supports tracking foreign funds. His worry centers on the survival of missionary groups, hospitals, schools, and leprosy centers serving remote tribal areas. These organizations have worked for generations. Hek told reporters, "The Christian community is not looking for assurances alone." He wants uniform, non-discriminatory enforcement.
Hek has reached out repeatedly. He sent letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to force a conversation before the bill hits Parliament. While the PMO confirmed they got his mail, he has yet to score a formal meeting with the Home Ministry. He maintains that airing these concerns is not rebellion. It is healthy democratic debate.
The legislator welcomed claims that the law will remain religion-neutral. Still, he remains skeptical of the fine print. He argues that government oversight should not kill vital social services. Until the text of the law is finalized, Hek will keep pushing for a sit-down with federal leaders to protect stakeholders across the country.
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