Question : UTI NAV-BASED FUNDS



(a) whether the Government propose to divide Rs. 12,400 crore assets of UTIs NAV-based funds into four or more separate funds;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government have decided to privatize UTI; and

(d) if so, the reasons for the same and the manner in which the interests of investors are likely to be protected ?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE & COMPANY AFFAIRS (SHRI ANANDRAO V. ADSUL)

(a to b) The NAV based schemes of UTI will be transferred to a specified company, which is being set up jointly by PSU banks/financial institutions. It will be professionally managed and shall be compliant with SEBI Regulations.

b) The specified company shall be subsequently divested and the realisation, net of expenses, will accrue to the Government.

c) The specified company will manage the NAV based schemes as per SEBI (Mutual Fund) Regulations.