Mumbai, April 9 -- With this, the government has become the largest shareholder in the debt-laden telecom operator. The government now holds a 48.99% stake. The allotment includes 3,695 equity shares of Rs 10 each, at par.

This strategic move comes after the company's earlier announcement on 30 March 2025, in line with the telecom relief measures outlined under the September 2021 Reforms and Support Package for the sector.

The company allotted the shares under Section 62(4) of the Companies Act, 2013, following directions from the Ministry of Communications. Vodafone Idea's total paid-up share capital has increased to Rs 1.08 lakh crore after the allotment. The issue comprised over 10,834 crore shares.

The government has increased its ...