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Temporary suspension of investments in Motilal Oswal Nifty Microcap 250 Index Fund

09-Jan-2026•News Desk

Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund temporarily suspends lump sum, SIP, STP and switch-in transactions in select scheme from Jan 8, 2026.

Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund has announced a temporary suspension of all existing, fresh, and additional lump sum investments, as well as switch-in transactions, in its Motilal Oswal Nifty Microcap 250 Index Fund, effective January 8, 2026.

Investors are informed that all existing and new Systematic Investment Plan (SIP), Systematic Transfer Plan (STP), and other ongoing systematic transactions will be paused on the effective date. These transactions will be refunded to investors without interest, in line with applicable regulations.

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