SEBI Approves IPOs for Mahanadi Coalfields, Sagar Defence Engineering, and Arjun Jewellers
India's capital markets regulator SEBI has approved the IPOs of Mahanadi Coalfields, a Coal India subsidiary, along with Sagar Defence Engineering and Arjun Jewellers. Mahanadi Coalfields plans to sell a 10% stake by offering 661.8 million shares, potentially raising $1 billion and valuing the company at $10 billion. The unit contributes significantly to India's coal production, operating mainly in eastern Odisha. Sagar Defence Engineering's IPO includes fresh shares and an offer for sale, with a possible issue size of ₹2,000-3,000 crore. SEBI's approval allows these companies to proceed with their public offerings within specified timelines.
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moneycontrol broke this story on 4 Nov, 01:03 pm. Other outlets followed.