The Voice of the People Party (VPP) in Meghalaya has urged the Indian government to adopt a balanced approach toward the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the VPP expressed significant concern over provisions allowing the government to take control of assets belonging to organizations with revoked FCRA registrations. While recognizing the government’s role in ensuring transparency and national security, the party highlighted widespread apprehensions among civil society organizations regarding potential misuse of such provisions. The VPP emphasized the importance of many institutions, particularly in the Northeast, that provide essential social welfare services, including education, healthcare, and rural development, often run by minority communities. They warned that any policy causing uncertainty in ownership or management could disrupt these vital services and negatively impact numerous beneficiaries. The party hopes for a compromise that protects national interests while acknowledging civil society’s contributions to nation-building. The FCRA Amendment Bill, introduced on March 25, aims to improve transparency and use of foreign funds, with discussions in the Lok Sabha pending.