The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs), organised a successful “Niveshak Shivir” in Jaipur today. The camp served as a comprehensive on-ground facilitation platform for investors seeking resolution of issues related to unclaimed dividends, shares, and pending IEPFA claims.
Strong Turnout Highlights Rising Demand for Investor-Centric Support
The one-day outreach programme witnessed active participation from over 301 investors and claimants from Jaipur and surrounding regions. Designed to bring investor services closer to citizens, the Shivir provided a single-window solution for:
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Grievance redressal
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Claim facilitation
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Assistance with investor services
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Updates related to KYC and nomination
Senior officers from IEPFA, SEBI, MIIs, and Registrar & Transfer Agents (RTAs) were present to guide participants through the processes, ensuring seamless and transparent support.
Direct Facilitation of Long-Pending Unclaimed Dividends and Shares
A key achievement of the Jaipur Niveshak Shivir was the direct facilitation of unclaimed dividends and shares pending for over six to seven years.
Dedicated kiosks set up by stakeholder companies and RTAs enabled investors to engage personally with officials—eliminating intermediaries and significantly reducing processing timelines.
Participants benefitted from:
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Instant verification and documentation checks
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On-the-spot resolution of discrepancies
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Clarification of pending IEPFA claim issues
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Immediate updates to KYC and nomination records
The initiative received wide appreciation for its efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness, especially in addressing grievances that typically take several months.
Part of a Nationwide Investor Outreach Mission
Following successful editions in Pune, Hyderabad, and Amritsar, Jaipur became the next city to host this investor-focused initiative. The programme underscores IEPFA’s continued efforts to build a trustworthy, investor-friendly financial ecosystem across India.
The Niveshak Shivir series is strategically targeted toward cities with substantial volumes of unclaimed investments, reinforcing the Authority’s mission to enhance investor protection and financial literacy.
About IEPFA: Strengthening Financial Security Through Awareness
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), established under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, works to safeguard investor interests through:
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Education and outreach campaigns
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Awareness-building initiatives
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Stronger claim redressal mechanisms
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Strategic collaborations with regulatory bodies including SEBI, MIIs, and RTAs
Its ongoing national outreach initiatives aim to empower citizens, promote responsible financial behaviour, and ensure smoother recovery of unclaimed investments.
Conclusion
The Jaipur edition of the Niveshak Shivir stands as a testament to IEPFA’s commitment to accessible, transparent, and citizen-centric financial services. By directly addressing long-pending claims and offering doorstep facilitation, the Authority continues to build trust and strengthen the financial well-being of investors across the nation.
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Source: PIB
