New Delhi: Unclaimed financial assets were at the centre of discussions during a panel event organised by the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) in New Delhi to strengthen investor rights and improve claim processes.
The programme, titled “Aapki Poonji Aapka Adhikaar – Learning and Way Forward”, brought together policymakers, regulators, financial experts and investor awareness advocates on June 22 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre.
During the event, IEPFA unveiled a publication titled “Claiming the Unclaimed: Unlocking the Potential of Idle Financial Assets in India”. Officials said the book will serve as a knowledge resource for policymakers, researchers, financial institutions and investors.
The discussions focused on increasing awareness about dormant investments, simplifying claim procedures and improving collaboration among stakeholders. Moreover, participants highlighted the need for wider outreach and technology-driven solutions.
IEPFA Chairperson and Corporate Affairs Secretary Deepti Gaur Mukerjee stressed the importance of investor empowerment for financial inclusion and economic growth. She also called for sustained awareness campaigns and citizen-centric reforms.
Unclaimed financial assets require stronger awareness efforts
IEPFA Chief Executive Officer Anita Shah Akella outlined the authority’s ongoing reforms during the event. She said IEPFA continues to simplify claim settlement procedures, strengthen digital platforms and expand investor awareness initiatives nationwide.
According to her, these efforts aim to help investors and their families reclaim assets with greater ease and transparency. Therefore, the authority is focusing on improving access to information and streamlining processes.
Former Financial Services Secretary M. Nagaraju also addressed the gathering. He shared insights on strengthening financial governance and developing robust systems to tackle issues related to dormant assets.
Participants agreed that coordinated action among regulators, financial institutions and investor protection agencies remains essential. Furthermore, they emphasised the need to build trust and improve access to financial resources.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to enhancing investor awareness and strengthening mechanisms for reclaiming Unclaimed financial assets. Officials said these efforts would support broader goals of financial inclusion and investor protection.
