Context:
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in collaboration with SEBI, has launched Niveshak Shivir, a pilot investor facilitation camp. The first camp will be held in Pune on June 1, 2025, aimed at providing a one-stop solution for resolving issues related to unclaimed dividends, shares, and other investor services.
Key Objectives
- Facilitate direct investor grievance redressal without intermediaries
- Provide on-site resolution of long-pending IEPFA claims
- Ensure timely disbursement of unclaimed dividends and shares
- Promote financial literacy and investor empowerment
Services Offered
- Direct assistance in claiming dividends held for 6–7 years
- On-the-spot KYC and nomination updates
- Instant claim resolution for pending IEPFA cases
- Stakeholder engagement: Companies with high volumes of unclaimed investor accounts to set up helpdesks
Significance and Impact
- Builds a transparent, investor-centric financial ecosystem
- Reduces reliance on intermediaries in claim processes
- Encourages participation from high-impact regions with unclaimed investments
- Enhances investor trust through proactive government facilitation
About IEPFA
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority is a statutory body dedicated to investor awareness, protection, and education in India. It works through nationwide campaigns, digital tools, and strategic partnerships to build a
