Investors in Punjab now have a golden chance to recover forgotten money. The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority will host a special day-long camp in Amritsar on 1st November 2025. This event brings companies, share transfer agents, and investors face to face to settle old claims without middlemen.
What Happens at Niveshak Shivir?
The camp runs from 10 in the morning until 4 in the evening at Jashn E Mahal banquet hall near the railway crossing in Kot Khalsa. Anyone who has unclaimed dividends or shares stuck for six or seven years can walk in and get help on the spot.
Teams from listed companies with large pending amounts will sit across tables from investors. They will check records, update KYC details, add nominees, and process refund requests instantly. SEBI officials will also guide people on market rules and safe investing.
Direct Help Without Delays
Usually, claiming old dividends means filling forms online, posting documents, and waiting weeks. Here, everything finishes in one visit. Staff will scan PAN cards, Aadhaar, and bank details right there. If a claim is already filed with IEPFA but stuck, officers will clear the blockage immediately.
This setup removes agents and touts who charge fees for simple paperwork. Investors deal straight with the company or its registrar. The result is faster refunds and fewer complaints.
Why Unclaimed Money Piles Up
Every year, crores of rupees in dividends remain unclaimed. People forget to update addresses after moving. Some inherit shares but never change names in company records. Others simply lose track of small investments made decades ago.
After seven years, companies transfer such amounts to IEPFA. The authority keeps the money safe and allows rightful owners to claim it anytime. But many do not know the process or fear complicated formalities. Camps like Niveshak Shivir make recovery simple and build trust.
Learning While Claiming
Besides refunds, the camp doubles as a learning hub. Experts will explain how to read annual reports, spot dividend announcements, and link shares to demat accounts. First-time investors can open demat accounts on the spot with help from depository participants.
Women and senior citizens often hesitate to visit share offices alone. The camp offers a safe, local venue with volunteers to assist. Free tea and snacks keep the atmosphere friendly.
Part of a Bigger Mission
IEPFA runs such camps in different cities throughout the year. The goal is to spread financial knowledge and bring hidden money back to families. Each event resolves hundreds of cases and prevents future losses through better record-keeping.
Amritsar marks another step in this nationwide drive. Past camps in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, and Chandigarh received huge crowds. Officials expect similar turnout this time, especially from nearby towns and villages.
How to Prepare for the Camp
Carry original PAN card, Aadhaar, cancelled cheque, and old share certificates or dividend warrants. If claiming on behalf of a deceased relative, bring death certificate and legal heir proof. Download the registration form from the official link and fill basic details beforehand to save time.
Even without pre-registration, walk-ins are welcome. Volunteers at the entrance will guide everyone to the correct counter based on the company name.
Location and Timing Details
Address: Jashn E Mahal (Banquet Hall), Dr. Surat Singh Road, near Railway Crossing, Guru Arjun Nagar, Kot Khalsa, Amritsar – 143002.
Date: 1st November 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Public transport users can alight at Amritsar Junction and take an auto-rickshaw. Ample parking space is available for those driving down.
The camp ends a series of awareness drives in Punjab this quarter. IEPFA plans similar events in Bathinda and Patiala soon. Keep watching the official website for updates.
Every rupee returned strengthens household savings and fuels honest markets. Mark the date, gather your papers, and reclaim what is yours.