Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)

Current Context : The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), launched a new five-digit toll-free number — 14453. 

ABOUT INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY (IEPFA) 

• Established on September 7, 2016, under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India.
• It is responsible for managing the Investor Education and Protection Fund, which focuses on safeguarding investor interests by facilitating the refund of shares, unclaimed dividends, and matured deposits/debentures.
• Aim : to ensure transparency, protect investors’ rights, and promote financial literacy across the country.