STARTUP LEGAL3 Sept 2026
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A senior citizen couple invested ₹50,000 in an SBI Mutual Fund scheme in 1991. It matured in 1997, but they never got the renewal letter because it was sent to a wrong address. They learnt only in 2010 and got just ₹58,300. The consumer forum called this a deficiency and awarded 12% interest plus compensation, but the State Commission reversed it. The case is now being challenged.
Key Statutory Highlights
- A couple invested ₹50,000 in SBI Mutual Fund's Magnum Express Scheme in 1991 and it matured in November 1997.
- Maturity letters were sent to a wrong address, and the couple received only ₹58,300 when they surrendered the certificates in 2010.
- The District Forum found deficiency in service and awarded 12% yearly interest plus ₹3,00,000 compensation, but the State Commission set aside that order.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Update your current address and contact details with every mutual fund where you hold investments, and keep your investment records safe. If you ever receive a maturity amount you think is too low, don't delay—get legal advice early and check all communications.
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