Focus on OFS route in FY26; LIC, Coal India, RVNL, and GRSE on the list | symbolic image |
Mumbai: The central government is planning to sell its stakes in several big Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) during the financial year 2025–26. According to a report by Moneycontrol, the stake sale will be done through the Offer for Sale (OFS) route. This move will help the government raise funds and also bring more discipline to the stock market.
Why OFS is Being Prioritised In FY25, the government received a record dividend of ₹74,016 crore. Out of this, Coal India alone contributed ₹10,252 crore—the highest among all PSUs. Due to delays in strategic sales and slow progress in asset monetisation, the government is now giving more importance to OFS.
LIC Stake Sale Could Be Crucial The IPO of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) came out in 2022, but the stock’s performance since then has worried investors. Because of this, LIC’s potential OFS is being considered the most sensitive and important disinvestment. The decision will depend on market conditions, LIC’s share performance, and its FY25 financial results.
OFS is Faster and More Transparent Experts say that the OFS route is faster and more transparent compared to strategic sales. It also helps the government raise money on time and builds trust in the market. Investors also prefer this method as it is more open and market-driven.
Which PSUs Are on the List? The government may sell stakes in Coal India, LIC, Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in FY26. This move is expected to boost government revenues and increase public participation in the stock market.
