SEBI has launched the MITRA (Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant) platform, a centralised solution designed to help investors track and reclaim inactive and unclaimed mutual fund folios. By bridging the gap between investors and their rightful holdings, the platform enhances security, minimises fraud risks, and ensures greater transparency in the mutual fund ecosystem. This article explores several key focus areas, including:
‣ Background and Rationale
‣ Overview of the MITRA Platform
‣ Key Features of the MITRA Platform
‣ Classification of Inactive Mutual Fund Folios
‣ Hosting and Cybersecurity Framework of MITRA
‣ Awareness Regarding the MITRA Platform
‣ Role of the 'Unit Holder Protection Committee' (UHPC) in Strengthening Investor Protection
