Banke Bihari Temple Secures FCRA License for Foreign Donations

The Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan has obtained an FCRA license to manage foreign donations legally. The license allows the temple, now under a court-appointed committee, to enhance its operations with overseas contributions, following approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 25-01-2025 13:35 IST | Created: 25-01-2025 13:35 IST
Banke Bihari Temple Secures FCRA License for Foreign Donations
Devotees at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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The renowned Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan has been granted a Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) license by the Central government. This development recognizes the temple's receipt of foreign donations regularly and legally empowers it to manage such contributions.

Sources from the Ministry of Home Affairs disclosed that the license was granted following a thorough application process endorsed by a court-appointed management committee that currently oversees the temple's operations. The temple, a revered site dedicated to Lord Krishna, has long attracted devotees from around the world.

With the new license, the temple can now systematically accept foreign funds, enhancing its ability to maintain its infrastructure and support charitable activities. The license marks a pivotal improvement in administrative practices, ensuring compliance with Indian law.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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