Mumbai, February 11, 2026
The government has announced plans to sell up to a 5% stake in Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) through an Offer for Sale (OFS), setting a floor price of ₹254 per share.
The move is part of the Centre’s ongoing disinvestment strategy aimed at raising resources and optimizing public sector holdings.
📊 Key Details of the OFS
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Stake on Offer: Up to 5%
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Total Shares: 17.41 crore shares
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Floor Price: ₹254 per share
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Opening Date: Wednesday for non-retail investors
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Retail Bidding: Thursday
If fully subscribed, the sale is expected to fetch approximately ₹4,422 crore for the government.
💼 Disinvestment Strategy
The Offer for Sale mechanism allows the government to dilute its stake in listed public sector enterprises through the stock exchange platform. Institutional investors will have the first opportunity to bid, followed by retail participants.
Market participants will closely track subscription levels and pricing trends once the issue opens.
