Chennai, April 4 -- DMK MP and legal advisor P. Wilson strongly criticised the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), calling them "draconian" and alleging that they are aimed at seizing the assets of Christian institutions.

Speaking to reporters at Anna Arivalayam in Teynampet, Chennai, Wilson said the Central Government has introduced amendments to the FCRA in Parliament, which have triggered widespread concern across the country.

He alleged that under the proposed changes, if an organisation fails to obtain or renew its license, or if its license is cancelled, properties built using foreign funds could be taken over by the government. He further claimed that the Centre would have the authority to revok...