# Assam Christian Forum flags foreign funding bill flaws

2026-08-07T17:48:13+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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The Assam Christian Forum has raised concerns over provisions in the proposed Foreign Funding Bill, saying it lacks an appellate body. Spokesperson Ellen Brooks warned the bill could disrupt funds meant for schools, hospitals and charities serving the poor and disadvantaged in Assam. NDTV reports that the forum has flagged the absence of a review mechanism, which could leave organisations with no recourse if their foreign funding is curtailed. The state government has not yet responded to the forum's objections.

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- ndtv.com <https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/no-appellate-body-assam-christian-forum-flags-provisions-of-foreign-funding-bill-11880535#publisher=newsstand>

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