Guwahati: The Council of Churches in Mizoram (CCM) held a rally in Aizawl against the proposed FCRA bill. Supporters from churches took part in the protest, carrying banners and placards opposing the proposed amendments.Addressing the gathering near Vanapa Hall, CCM president R Lalbiakliana said the Centre had maintained that the proposed amendments were intended to strengthen safeguards and were not aimed at Christians."If the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, is passed in its present form, churches and NGOs could face the seizure of their properties and assets," Lalbiakliana said.
Mizoram churches protest FCRA Bill, warn of property seizure if passed in current form
Churches in Mizoram held a rally in Aizawl opposing the proposed FCRA bill. Supporters carried banners and placards against the amendments during the protest. CCM president R Lalbiakliana stated churches and NGOs could face asset seizure. He mentioned the Centre claims amendments strengthen safeguards and are not targeting Christians. The proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, is currently under consideration.
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