Correspondent
Shillong, Jul 5 (NPN): Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Sunday called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing concerns over key provisions of the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill.
Sangma, accompanied by senior representatives of the Presbyterian Church of India (PCI), the North East India Christian Council (NEICC), the Catholic Church (Archdiocese of Shillong), the Garo Baptist Convention and the North East India Christian Council met Shah in New Delhi.
During the meeting, the delegation apprised the Union Home Minister of the concerns of the State regarding certain provisions of the FCRA, including the proposed amendments to the law, and their bearing on the functioning of religious, educational, charitable and social welfare institutions in Meghalaya.
“These institutions run a large number of schools, colleges, hospitals and community service programmes that serve people across the State, particularly in rural and remote areas,” a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office said.
The Chief Minister highlighted the significant role these institutions play in the social and educational life of the State, and urged the Union government to take into account the unique circumstances of Meghalaya while addressing matters relating to the FCRA.
Sangma sought the consideration of the Union Government in ensuring that genuine institutions engaged in public service are able to continue their work without disruption.