Ram, a dedicated former staff member of World Vision India, is currently facing the simultaneous challenges of cancer, poverty, and the unsettling silence from the organization he once loyally served. After losing its FCRA license, World Vision India ceased operations funded by foreign contributions, leading to the resignation of Ram and hundreds of his colleagues. This has not just affected the livelihoods of former employees but also severely impacted their families.

One poignant example of this impact is seen in Ram's daughters, who had to halt their education due to financial constraints that hit their family following the cessation of foreign funding to World Vision India. These are real human stories, representing a broader narrative of disruption in humanitarian efforts throughout the country.

Since 2011, the Indian government has cancelled the FCRA licenses of over 20,700 NGOs, a move that has restricted the flow of international humanitarian aid crucial for social service initiatives in India. These FCRA cancellations disrupts not only the operations of organizations like World Vision India but also the assistance they provide to millions.

Reinstating these licenses and releasing funds directly addresses the source of ongoing crises faced by families like Ram's across the nation. By empowering NGOs to operate and allocate resources effectively, we can ensure that essential services — from education and healthcare to emergency relief — reach those in need.

The Ministry of Home Affairs holds the key to reversing this regulatory throttle. By renewing the FCRA licence for World Vision India and similar organizations, they can safeguard numerous lives from slipping through the cracks of administrative oversight.

Sign this petition to urge the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to reconsider its stance and actively support the invaluable work of NGOs like World Vision India, thus helping families like Ram's maintain access to the support they crucially need.