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NRI Protection Bill – Challenges Faced by NRIs in India

artiBy artiMarch 6, 2025Updated:May 21, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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Welcome to an insightful discussion on one of the pressing issues faced by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) worldwide, featuring Subhash Ballapanavar and Prashanth Panduranga, two remarkable individuals spearheading the initiative for the NRI Protection Bill. This article is based on a comprehensive conversation aimed at understanding the challenges NRIs face and the efforts being made to safeguard their rights.

In This Episode

  • The Need for Protection: Common Issues Faced by NRIs
  •  The NRI Protection Bill: Key Demands
  • Community and Campaigning: Building a Support Network
  • Prashanth and Subhash’s Personal Struggles
  • Taking It Forward: Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
  •  Moving Forward: Self-awareness and Precaution

The Need for Protection: Common Issues Faced by NRIs

NRIs contribute significantly to India’s economy, with an annual forex reserve addition of around $135 billion. Despite their financial influence, NRIs face myriad challenges when it comes to safeguarding their investments and properties in India. Amit Gupta, host of the Indian Community Podcast, sat down with Subhash and Prashanth to delve into these issues.

The most common problems include scams involving real estate, bank fraud, and adverse possession claims on inherited property. Prashanth, a senior cardiologist, highlighted the hurdles faced by NRIs in fighting these issues due to the exorbitant costs and legal complexities involved.

 The NRI Protection Bill: Key Demands

Subhash and Prashanth have been instrumental in advocating for a dedicated bill to protect NRI interests. The bill emphasizes several key demands:

  • Centralized Investigation Agency:
    – A single point of contact to handle complaints from NRIs spread across different states.
    – Ensure smoother and quicker resolution of cases by eliminating the need to navigate through complex state laws.
  • Property Disputes Legal Protection:
    – Special safeguards for properties owned by NRIs, acknowledging their inability to oversee their assets regularly.
  • Non-bailable Warrants for the Accused:
    – Strict measures against those targeting NRIs to instill a sense of security and accountability.
  • Online Filing Systems:
    – Simplifying the process of lodging complaints and following up on cases through online platforms.
  • Additional Measures:
    -Reforms in tax laws, online voting rights, and improved judicial processes to ensure timely justice.

Prashanth pointed out that while some states like Punjab and Kerala have taken steps towards addressing NRI issues, there is a need for a unified national approach.

Community and Campaigning: Building a Support Network

The movement began with an article by TNI and quickly grew into a substantial online community. The WhatsApp group formed by Subhash now has thousands of members, all united by a common goal. The campaign has successfully garnered attention by submitting petitions to consulates and high commissions worldwide, which now number over 30.

Their efforts are seeing some traction. For instance, the PMO (Prime Minister’s Office) has acknowledged their campaign, which is a promising sign of potential governmental action.

Prashanth and Subhash’s Personal Struggles

Both Prashanth and Subhash have had personal experiences with fraudulent activities. Prashanth narrated his ordeal with an incomplete real estate project, and Subhash detailed a case involving fraudulent withdrawals from fixed deposits made by his late father. These personal struggles galvanized their resolve to fight for comprehensive protection for all NRIs.

Taking It Forward: Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

In addition to the campaign, efforts are underway to file a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court of India. The primary goals of the PIL are to:

  • Request an investigation into individual cases of fraud.
  • Advocate for the institutionalization of protective measures for NRIs.

 Moving Forward: Self-awareness and Precaution

Amit Gupta raised an important point about the role NRIs themselves play in avoiding such circumstances. It’s crucial for NRIs to perform due diligence when making investments and to share information about potentially fraudulent entities within the community. Tools like Google and community boards can provide valuable insights into the credibility of investment opportunities.

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