The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a new small-ticket Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) option at ₹250, aimed at enhancing accessibility for retail investors in mutual funds. This initiative, referred to as 'sachetisation', is expected to drive retail participation in the mutual fund market. Feroze Azeez of Anand Rathi Wealth noted that such proposals typically do not generate immediate excitement but could influence market volume and value over time. In related market activity, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) recorded a net sell of ₹5,462.52 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) made a net buy of ₹3,712.55 crore in equities on January 23, 2025. The following day, FIIs continued to sell, with a net outflow of ₹2,758.49 crore, while DIIs net bought ₹2,402.31 crore. The ongoing selling pressure from FIIs reflects concerns over rising US bond yields and currency depreciation, which have influenced their investment strategies.