Enforcement Directorate Investigates Climate Advocacy Group for Foreign Fund Violations

The Enforcement Directorate has conducted raids on Satat Sampada Private Limited, a climate advocacy group, over allegations of receiving foreign funds to influence energy policies in India. The investigation focuses on over Rs 6 crore received between 2021 and 2025, purportedly disguised as consultancy fees. The agency's findings suggest these funds were intended to promote narratives supporting the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, a global initiative that India does not participate in. The group's activities include sustainable agriculture and climate adaptation efforts. Read on to learn more about the implications of this investigation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 6, 2026, 13:05 IST

Raids on Climate Advocacy Group

On Monday, the Enforcement Directorate initiated searches at locations associated with the climate advocacy organization Satat Sampada Private Limited, as part of an investigation into potential breaches of the Foreign Exchange Management Act.

The agency suspects that the group has been receiving foreign funds aimed at influencing governmental policies within the energy sector.

Satat Sampada Private Limited is also linked to the non-profit Satat Sampada Climate Foundation, co-founded by climate activist Harjeet Singh and his spouse, Jyoti Awasthi.

Search operations were conducted at various sites, including an office, a business location, and residences in Delhi and Ghaziabad, specifically at Singh's home, according to an unnamed official.

The Enforcement Directorate is examining foreign funds exceeding Rs 6 crore that the organization reportedly received from 2021 to 2025.

According to an official, these funds were purportedly categorized as consultancy fees. However, investigations revealed that these transactions were intended to promote narratives in India supporting the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, which could significantly affect India's energy security.

The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty is a global initiative aimed at curbing the growth of coal, oil, and gas while advocating for a shift towards renewable energy sources. Notably, India is not involved in this initiative.

As stated by Satat Sampada, their initiatives encompass sustainable agriculture, the promotion of traditional food systems, marketing organic products, facilitating a transition from fossil fuels, and addressing climate change impacts and migration.