Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Mizoram Congress protests against FCRA amendment Bill
The Congress party in Mizoram held a protest in Aizawl against a new law proposed by the central government.
They say this law will make it harder for organizations like churches, hospitals, and schools to get money from foreign countries.
These organizations use this money to help people in need.
The Congress party wants the government to stop this law and says it will hurt the people of Mizoram.
They also want the state's leaders to meet and discuss this issue together.
The Mizoram Congress held a protest in Aizawl against the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill.
They claim the Bill will make it harder for NGOs and churches to receive foreign funding for hospitals, schools, and welfare programs.
The protest was led by senior vice-president Lalnunmawia Chuaungo and in-charge Chella Kumar.
The Congress adopted six resolutions, including demanding the withdrawal of the Bill and a special assembly session to oppose it.
They urged Mizoram's MPs to vote against the Bill and the state government to convene a meeting with church leaders and NGO representatives.
- Who
- Mizoram Congress, including senior vice-president Lalnunmawia Chuaungo and in-charge Chella Kumar
- What
- Protest against the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Aizawl, Mizoram
- Why
- To oppose the Bill, which they believe will adversely affect NGOs and minority communities relying on foreign funding
Congress Party
Central Government
Impact on NGOs and Minority Communities
Congress Party
The proposed amendment will adversely affect churches and NGOs in Mizoram that rely on foreign funding for hospitals, schools, and welfare programs.
Central Government
The Central Government believes the amendment is necessary to regulate foreign contributions more strictly.
- Location
- Aizawl, Mizoram
- Date
- July 21
- Protest Venue
- Outside Vanapa Hall
- Protest Organizer
- Mizoram Congress
- Key Figures
- Lalnunmawia Chuaungo, Chella Kumar
- Resolutions Adopted
- 6 resolutions, including withdrawal of the Bill and a special assembly session