A US lawmaker has voiced concerns that India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) bill could negatively impact the bilateral relationship between the two nations. This comes amidst reported attacks on the Christian community in India. The FCRA bill, which regulates foreign funding to NGOs, is seen by critics as restrictive and potentially aimed at curtailing dissent. The US official suggests the legislation, coupled with religious persecution, creates a worrying environment. Concerns center on the impact on civil society organizations working in India, many of which receive foreign donations. The lawmaker highlighted the importance of religious freedom as a core tenet of the US foreign policy and its consideration in diplomatic engagements with India. The situation raises questions about future cooperation and the overall trajectory of India-US ties.