The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given its approval for the strategic disinvestment and transfer of management control in IDBI Bank. The Government of India and LIC, who currently own over 94% of the bank, will divest their stakes. This move is expected to bring in a strategic buyer who will infuse funds, new technology, and improved management practices to foster the bank's growth and business potential, reducing reliance on government assistance.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its in-principle approval for strategic disinvestment along with transfer of management control in IDBI Bank Ltd. The extent of respective shareholding to be divested by GoI and LIC shall be decided at the time of structuring of transaction in consultation with RBI.
Government of India (GoI) and LIC together own more than 94% of equity of IDBI Bank (GoI 45.48%, LIC 49.24%). LIC is currently the
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FAQ :
The Cabinet has approved the in-principle strategic disinvestment and transfer of management control in IDBI Bank Limited.
The Government of India (GoI) and LIC together own more than 94% of IDBI Bank's equity. GoI holds 45.48% and LIC holds 49.24%.
LIC is currently the promoter of IDBI Bank with management control, and GoI is the co-promoter.
The intention is to relinquish management control and allow a strategic buyer to infuse funds, new technology, and best management practices for the optimal development and growth of IDBI Bank, without dependence on LIC and Government assistance.
Resources generated from the disinvestment of government equity will be used to finance developmental programmes of the Government that benefit citizens.