Teesta Setalvad's NGO's licence suspended for six months

September 10, 2015 20:24

In a fresh crackdown on an NGO run by social activist Teesta Setalvad, the home ministry today suspended its registration for six months accusing the organisation of violating Foreign Currency (Regulation) Act that invites termination of its licence.

In an order, the MHA said exercising the powers conferred under Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, the registration of Sabrang Trust has been suspended for a period of 180 days with effect from September 10, 2015.

The Sabrang Trust, run by Teesta and her husband Javed Anand, can make a representation against the order within 30 days. However, if the MHA is not satisfied with the reply of the NGO, its registration will be cancelled.

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