New Securities Markets Code Bill Aims to Strengthen Stock Market Regulation
Can Securities Market Code fix gaps in stock market regulation?
The Economic Times
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The Securities Markets Code Bill, introduced on December 18, 2025, by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeks to consolidate existing laws governing securities markets in India. It aims to address regulatory gaps by merging key legislations, including the Securities Contract Regulation Act, the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, and the Depositories Act.
- 01The Securities Markets Code Bill was introduced on December 18, 2025.
- 02It aims to consolidate three significant laws related to securities markets.
- 03The Bill is expected to enhance regulatory oversight in India's stock market.
- 04Key laws being consolidated include the SCRA, Sebi Act, and the Depositories Act.
- 05The move is part of ongoing efforts to improve market efficiency and investor protection.
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The Securities Markets Code Bill, introduced in the Indian Parliament on December 18, 2025, by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to consolidate and amend existing laws governing securities markets. This Bill seeks to merge three critical legislations: the Securities Contract Regulation Act of 1956, the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act of 1992, and the Depositories Act of 1996. By consolidating these laws, the government intends to address regulatory gaps and enhance oversight in the stock market, ultimately promoting greater efficiency and investor protection. The introduction of this Bill reflects a broader effort to modernize India's financial regulatory framework and adapt to the evolving market landscape.
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The consolidation of these laws is expected to streamline regulatory processes and improve investor confidence in the Indian stock market.
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