Government to sell up to 6.5% stake in LIC, may mop up Rs 31k cr

Times of India — Top Stories · 3 Aug 2026, 11:36 pm

The government is selling up to 6.5% of LIC shares through an offer for sale. This divestment aims to meet minimum public shareholding norms ahead of schedule. The offer begins Tuesday and closes Wednesday with a base price of Rs 382. Successful sale will raise approximately Rs 31,400 crore for the government. This move contributes significantly to the government's annual disinvestment target.

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