“India’s mutual fund industry is on the cusp of exponential growth, and SEBI is committed to creating a regulatory ecosystem that fosters transparency, innovation, and retail participation,” said Manoj Kumar, Executive Director, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) at the 18th CII Mutual Fund Summit 2025, Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the summit themed “Accelerating Growth ₹100 Trillion Milestone: Vision 2030” brought together leading voices from the financial sector, including regulatory officials, fund managers, policy influencers, and industry veterans.
The SEBI official highlighted recent regulatory measures aimed at enhancing investor protection and promoting ease of doing business for Asset Management Companies (AMCs). The regulator reiterated its focus on increasing retail participation from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities through financial literacy, digital adoption, and simplified investment processes.
Manoj Kumar, Executive Director, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), who stressed the need for agile and inclusive regulation, “As our markets evolve, so must our regulatory mindset. Guided by the 4T vision—Transparency, Trust, Technology, and Team Spirit—we’re embracing a more collaborative, adaptive approach to regulation that fosters innovation and resilience.”
Navneet Munot, Chairman, Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) & MD and CEO, HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd, highlighted the broader impact of mutual funds, “By channeling household savings into capital markets and supporting entrepreneurs, we’re not just building wealth—we’re building a nation. With strong regulatory collaboration and industry commitment, inclusive financial growth is not just possible, it’s inevitable.”
The summit also explored policy innovation, tax reforms, and ESG-driven investment frameworks, reflecting the sector’s readiness to contribute meaningfully to national goals such as Viksit Bharat 2047.
Sundeep Sikka, Chairman, CII WR Taskforce on Banking & Finance & Executive Director and CEO, Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd, emphasized the importance of investor empowerment, “As mutual fund participation grows, so does the voice of the common investor in shaping India’s financial future. The path to inclusion lies in awareness, accessibility, and a shared vision of prosperity for every Indian.”
U K Sinha, Former Chairman, SEBI, who reflected on the sector’s remarkable journey, “Mutual funds are no longer just for corporates—they’ve become a source of hope and financial strength for households across India, even in the smallest towns. This transformation reflects the true democratization of wealth creation.”
Speaking on the integration of mutual funds in India’s development narrative, Rishi Kumar Bagla, Chairman, CII Western Region 2025-26 and CMD, BG Electricals & Electronics India Ltd, said, “As we move towards Viksit Bharat by 2047, our mission is clear—to foster financial well-being and make mutual funds a cornerstone of every Indian household’s financial future. To achieve this, we aim to increase retail mutual fund penetration.”
The 18th Edition Mutual Fund Summit served as a clarion call for collaborative action, bold policy support, and industry innovation to help India realize its ambitious ₹100 trillion AUM goal by 2030. With a sharp focus on inclusivity, digital innovation, and long-term value creation, the mutual fund industry is poised to play a defining role in shaping the financial destiny of a rising India.
