The market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), is mulling measures to expand the investment pool for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs). It will facilitate inclusion of REITs in indices, said SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Friday.

“We are examining a proposal to expand the pool of liquid mutual fund schemes, in which REITs and InvITs can invest, while safeguarding investor interests. We are also exploring whether private InvITs too may invest in greenfield projects with adequate safeguards,” Pandey said while addressing National Conclave on REITs and InvITs here.

As of now, there are five listed REITs and 24 listed InvITs, spanning roads, power transmission, renewables, telecom, warehousing, and commercial re

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