The Economic Times

Govt fast-tracks disinvestment process to shore up revenues, garners 31% of budget aim in Q1 FY27

The government is accelerating its disinvestment and asset monetisation drive, achieving 31% of its full-year target in just the first quarter. This rapid pace, with weekly offers for sale, aims to bolster revenues amidst rising subsidy and import costs. Significant funds have already been raised from entities like Coal India and NHPC, with further big-ticket sales planned for LIC and IDBI Bank.