IEPFA Organizes Panel Discussion on Unclaimed Financial Assets
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, organized a panel discussion titled "Aapki Poonji Aapka Adhikaar – Learning and Way Forward" on June 22, 2026, at the Samarasta Auditorium, Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The event brought together policymakers, regulators, experts, and investor awareness advocates to deliberate on strengthening investor rights and facilitating the reclamation of unclaimed financial assets.
Publication Launch on Unclaimed Assets
During the event, Ms. Deepti Gaur Mukerjee, Chairperson of IEPFA and Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, along with other dignitaries, unveiled a publication titled "Claiming the Unclaimed: Unlocking the Potential of Idle Financial Assets in India." This book is intended to serve as a comprehensive knowledge resource for policymakers, researchers, financial institutions, and investors, contributing to the national discourse on investor protection and financial inclusion.
Panel Discussion Highlights
The panel discussion explored key challenges and opportunities in improving awareness about unclaimed assets, streamlining claim processes, and strengthening stakeholder collaboration. The discussion highlighted the need for greater outreach, technology-driven solutions, and coordinated efforts among regulators, financial institutions, and investor protection agencies.
Authority's Vision and Reforms
Ms. Anita Shah Akella, CEO of IEPFA and Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, shared the Authority's vision and ongoing reforms, emphasizing IEPFA's continued efforts to simplify claim settlement processes, strengthen digital platforms, and expand investor awareness initiatives across the country. She reiterated the commitment to ensuring investors and their families can reclaim their rightful assets with greater ease and transparency.
Keynote Address and Special Remarks
In her keynote address, Ms. Deepti Gaur Mukerjee emphasized investor empowerment as a cornerstone of financial inclusion and economic growth, highlighting the need for sustained awareness campaigns and citizen-centric reforms. Shri M. Nagaraju, Former Secretary of the Department of Financial Services, provided insights on strengthening financial governance and creating robust systems to address unclaimed assets across sectors.
The deliberations reaffirmed the collective commitment of all stakeholders toward enhancing investor awareness, improving access to financial assets, strengthening trust in financial institutions, and advancing financial inclusion for all.