New Delhi, March 6 -- The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Friday introduced a voluntary debit freeze facility for mutual fund investors across both demat and non-demat folios, a move aimed at promoting digital security.

The decision, taken after consultation with the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), will come into effect from 30 April 2026, the markets regulator said in a statement.

"It is decided that a voluntary debit freeze facility be introduced for mutual fund investors across demat and non-demat (i.e. Statement of Account) folios to ensure that no units shall be debited from such folios till the time they are unlocked," SEBI said.

Under the facility, investors would be able to lock their mutual fund f...