Sebi Chief Maps Out “Way Ahead” For MF Industry: Know Key Initiatives Announced For Mutual Fund Investors

In his address, Pandey stated that between FY16 and July 2026, mutual fund assets under management (AUM) surged from around Rs 15 lakh crore in July 2016 to Rs 86 lakh crore in July 2026, registering a compound annual growth rate of about 19 per cent. However, he highlighted that the success of the mutual fund industry cannot be measured by AuM growth alone. He set a new benchmark for the sector’s future and stated that investor outcomes are Sebi’s new focus.