Canara Robeco AMC Settles Alleged MF Regulation Violations with SEBI for Rs 84.82 Lakh

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently issued a settlement order concerning Canara Robeco Asset Management Company Ltd. This article will explain the background of the issue, the allegations made by SEBI, and how the matter was resolved.

Background and Allegations

• Initiation of Proceedings

SEBI initiated adjudication proceedings against Canara Robeco Asset Management Company Ltd for the alleged violation of SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996, and related circulars. The violations pertained to the offsite inspection cum surveillance of mutual funds for the period from April 2020 to March 2021.

• Show Cause Notice

A Show Cause Notice (SCN) was issued to Canara Robeco on October 14, 2022, detailing the following alleged violations:

1. Regulation 38 of the MF Regulations, 1996
2. Various clauses of SEBI Circulars issued between 2001 and 2018

The SCN called upon Canara Robeco to explain why an inquiry should not be held and penalties imposed for these violations.

Proposed Settlement

• Settlement Application

Pending adjudication, Canara Robeco proposed to settle the proceedings without admitting or denying the findings. They submitted a settlement application on August 28, 2023, under the SEBI (Settlement Proceedings) Regulations, 2018.

• Settlement Terms and Approval

Following discussions with SEBI’s Internal Committee and the High Powered Advisory Committee (HPAC), Canara Robeco proposed revised settlement terms. The HPAC recommended the settlement of the case upon the payment of Rs 84,82,500 as the settlement amount. This recommendation was approved by SEBI’s Panel of Whole Time Members on May 6, 2024.

Resolution

• Payment and Order

Canara Robeco confirmed the payment of the settlement amount on June 6, 2024. SEBI acknowledged the receipt, and consequently, the adjudication proceedings were disposed of under Section 15JB of the SEBI Act and Regulation 23(1) of the Settlement Regulations.

• Enforcement Rights Reserved

The order, effective immediately from June 11, 2024, also reserves SEBI’s right to take enforcement actions if it is found that Canara Robeco did not make full and true disclosure or violated undertakings during the settlement proceedings.

Conclusion

The settlement of the adjudication proceedings against Canara Robeco Asset Management Company Ltd highlights the regulatory process and SEBI’s efforts to enforce compliance while providing avenues for settlement. This case underscores the importance of adhering to regulatory standards and the potential consequences of non-compliance.

By understanding such resolutions, stakeholders in the financial sector can better appreciate the regulatory framework governing mutual funds and the significance of compliance with SEBI regulations.

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