Niveshak Shivir by IEPFA and SEBI

Niveshak Shivir - Investor Empowerment Initiative

IEPFA & SEBI | Pune Chapter | June 1, 2025

Overview

The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), in collaboration with SEBI, launched the pilot chapter of Niveshak Shivir in Pune. The initiative empowers investors and facilitates the resolution of unclaimed dividends and shares, KYC updates, and nomination processes — all in a single platform.

Key Highlights

  • Over 450 claimants participated from Pune and surrounding areas.
  • Dedicated kiosks guided investors through the IEPF claim process.
  • On-the-spot updates for KYC, nominations, and claim issues.
  • Search facility helped users identify unclaimed shares or dividends.
Launch Highlight: NSDL released a special brochure titled "Investor Guide to Claiming Unclaimed Shares and Dividends" simplifying the step-by-step process of IEPF-5 form submission.

Services Offered at Niveshak Shivir

  • Claim assistance for unclaimed dividends and shares (6-7+ years old)
  • KYC and nomination detail update assistance
  • Live guidance for filling out IEPF-5 forms
  • Interaction with MIIs, RTAs, Depositories, and SEBI officials

Statements by Officials

Smt. Anita Shah Akella, CEO of IEPFA, and Shri Ananth Narayan, Whole-time Member of SEBI, emphasized the importance of simplifying claim processes and enhancing transparency for investors.

About IEPFA

IEPFA is a statutory body under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. It promotes investor awareness and helps reclaim unclaimed investments via transparent and digital means.

Website: www.iepf.gov.in

More Niveshak Shivir events will be held in other major cities based on the learnings from this successful pilot.

© 2025 IEPFA & SEBI | Empowering Indian Investors

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