Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has signed a Securities Purchase Agreement to divest its subsidiary Nabha Power Limited to Torrent Power for ₹36.61 billion. The move reflects L&T’s strategy to streamline operations and Torrent Power’s ambition to expand its energy portfolio, strengthening its presence in India’s power sector.
Key Highlights & Developments
Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T), one of India’s largest engineering and infrastructure conglomerates, has announced the divestment of its subsidiary Nabha Power Limited to Torrent Power.
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Transaction Value: The consideration for the sale stands at ₹36.61 billion, marking a significant deal in India's power sector.
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Agreement Signed: L&T confirmed the execution of a Securities Purchase Agreement, formalizing the divestment process.
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Strategic Intent: The divestment aligns with L&T’s broader strategy of portfolio rationalization, focusing on core infrastructure and engineering businesses while exiting non-core assets.
Torrent Power’s Expansion: For Torrent Power, the acquisition of Nabha Power strengthens its generation capacity and enhances its footprint in the Indian energy market. The deal underscores Torrent’s ambition to scale operations and diversify its portfolio.
Sectoral Impact: The transaction highlights ongoing consolidation in India’s power sector, with established players seeking to optimize assets and expand capacity to meet rising energy demand.
Contextual Note: Nabha Power Limited operates a thermal power plant in Punjab, and its acquisition by Torrent Power is expected to bolster Torrent’s generation capabilities while providing L&T with capital to reinvest in strategic growth areas.
Sources: Larsen & Toubro corporate announcement; Torrent Power press release; Economic Times infrastructure coverage; Business Standard market updates