<h1>Corporate Affairs Ministry Boosts Investor Awareness Against Fraud with Nationwide Programs, Targets Rural Areas and Ponzi Schemes.</h1> The Corporate Affairs Ministry is actively raising investor awareness about fraudulent companies through Investor Awareness Programmes (IAPs). These initiatives, organized in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Institute of Company Secretaries of India, and Institute of Cost Accountants of India, aim to educate investors on fraudulent schemes and promote informed investment decisions. IAPs, including audiovisual presentations, are conducted in rural areas via Common Service Centres. Financial allocations for these programs vary by region, with specific funding for the North-Eastern states. The ministry has also initiated action against companies involved in Ponzi schemes and multi-level marketing.