Government mops up 31.5k cr from LIC share sale

The government has successfully divested a 6.5% stake in LIC, generating an impressive Rs 31,552 crore. The strong demand during the offer for sale led to shares being priced at Rs 383.69 each. This monumental fundraising achievement marks the largest public offering in the history of the Indian stock market. Following this divestment, public shareholding in LIC has reached 10%, showing a significant advance ahead of the expected timeline.