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The government will convert Rs 36,950 crore of Vodafone Idea's spectrum dues into equity, increasing its stake from 33.1% to nearly 49%. Vodafone Idea share price may react as the company plans to issue 3,695 crore new shares.
Vodafone Idea (Vi) confirmed that the Government of India will convert outstanding spectrum auction dues worth Rs 36,950 crore into equity shares. This move will raise the government's stake from the current 33.1% to approximately 49%, making it the single-largest shareholder in the financially stressed telecom company. The conversion aligns with the telecom reforms introduced in 2021, aimed at providing relief to debt-laden operators.
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Government stake in Vi to increase to around 49%
Rs 36,950 crore worth of dues to be converted into equity
3,695 crore equity shares to be issued at Rs 10 face value
Government becomes single-largest shareholder
Promoters will retain operational control
Vi’s deferred spectrum obligations total Rs 1.38 trillion
AGR liability stands at Rs 69,020 crore
Vi must pay Rs 12,000 crore by March 2026
Rs 43,000 crore due annually from FY27 to FY31
Vodafone Idea share price may react to dilution and control dynamics
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Vi will issue 3,695 crore equity shares at Rs 10 each to the government within 30 days, following necessary regulatory approvals. This capital restructuring is part of the broader telecom relief package approved in 2021, allowing telcos to convert liabilities into equity. Earlier in 2023, the government had converted Rs 16,000 crore of Vi’s interest dues into equity, taking a 33.1% stake.
Despite this equity infusion, Vi continues to face substantial financial obligations. The company needs to pay Rs 12,000 crore in government dues by March 2026 and an additional Rs 43,000 crore every year for five years from FY27. As of Q3 FY25, Vi’s dues to banks and financial institutions reduced to Rs 2,330 crore from Rs 7,620 crore a year earlier. However, its large deferred spectrum and AGR dues remain a challenge.
The equity dilution may influence Vodafone Idea share price in the short term as investors assess the implications of increased government control and ongoing liabilities. While the move provides some balance sheet relief, long-term viability depends on fresh capital infusion and market share recovery. Investors will closely monitor Vodafone Idea share price and regulatory developments ahead of the share issuance.
Particulars | Details |
Dues converted into equity | Rs 36,950 crore |
New government stake | ~49% |
Equity shares to be issued | 3,695 crore shares |
Face value per share | Rs 10 |
Previous conversion (Feb 2023) | Rs 16,000 crore (33.1% stake) |
AGR liability | Rs 69,020 crore |
Spectrum dues | Rs 1.38 trillion |
Dues to be paid by March 2026 | Rs 12,000 crore |
Annual dues (FY27–FY31) | Rs 43,000 crore |
Vodafone Idea share price impact | May react to dilution and restructuring |
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