Malegam lead a 1995 review of disclosure requirements for public issues.[5] Under his recommendation, guidelines were produced by SEBI, which included the recommendation such as companies declaring loans to subsidy companies.[6]
Study of Issues and Concerns in the MFI Sector
Malegam was appointed Chairman of the famous Malegam Committee (Sub-Committee of the RBI Central Board of Directors) set up to study issues and concerns in the MFI Sector. The committee submitted its report to the RBI in January 2011.[7][8] Malegam contended that the micro-finance institutions have neglected the poor.[9]
Financial sector and accounting reforms
Malegam was member of the Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission set up in 2011 to amend the financial laws in India. However, Malegam submitted a dissenting note to the Commission's Report, arguing that Reserve Bank of India should control all capital flows except FDI.[10]
Awards and honours
Malegam received Padma Shri Award (the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India) in 2012.[11]