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SEBI Board Meeting Preview: Expected Relaxations on 18 June

16 June 20251 min read
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Why in the news

SEBI was expected to approve several relaxations at its 18 June board meeting.

Key facts

AreaExpected change
Government bond FPIsIGBFPI for VRR and FAR investors; lighter KYC aligned with RBI; NRIs, OCIs, residents may participate
PSU delistingOver 90% government equity: waive 25% public shareholding and two-thirds approval
AIFsCo-investment through separate vehicles
REITs, InvITsLighter QIP disclosures
KRAsSimpler winding up
  • Eight listed PSUs, such as Haryana Financial Corporation and KIOCL, exceed 90% government ownership.
  • The board will also hear policy work on conflict of interest norms for SEBI officials.

Exam angle

  • Chairman: Tuhin Kanta Pandey.
  • Terms: VRR, FAR, AIF, REIT, InvIT.

Test yourself

1. Who chaired SEBI's board meeting of 18 June, described as his second as chairman?

Tuhin Kanta Pandey is SEBI's chairman.

2. The proposed IGBFPI category is meant for FPIs investing in what?

IGBFPI is for investors in government bonds via VRR and FAR.

3. Easier PSU delisting was considered for PSUs where government holds more than what share?

The relaxation targets PSUs with over 90% government equity.