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NHPC OFS Triggers Selling Pressure as Government Accelerates Disinvestment Push
NHPC shares came under pressure after the Government of India launched an Offer for Sale (OFS) to divest up to 6% stake in the state-run hydropower producer at a floor price of ₹71 per share, nearly 8% below the prevailing market price. The transaction is part of the Centre's broader disinvestment strategy and could mobilise over ₹4,200 crore if fully subscribed.
By Finblage Editorial Desk
9:33 am
2 June 2026
State-owned hydropower producer NHPC witnessed sharp selling pressure in early trade on June 2 after the Government of India initiated an Offer for Sale (OFS) aimed at reducing its stake in the company. The stock declined more than 4% as investors reacted to the discounted offer price and the prospect of increased share supply entering the market.
The government currently holds 67.40% in NHPC and has proposed to sell up to 6% of the company's equity through the OFS route. The issue consists of a base offer of 3% equity, along with a green-shoe option of an additional 3% in the event of strong demand. The floor price has been fixed at ₹71 per share, representing a discount of around 8% to the stock's previous closing price. The offer opened for institutional and non-retail investors on June 2, while retail investors are scheduled to participate on June 3.
The transaction could generate roughly ₹4,200-4,300 crore for the government if the entire 6% stake is sold. The sale forms part of the Centre's ongoing disinvestment and asset monetisation programme, which has gained momentum in recent weeks. The government has already completed stake sales in other public sector enterprises during FY27 and has set an ambitious target of ₹80,000 crore from disinvestment and asset monetisation in the Union Budget for the fiscal year.
From a market perspective, the immediate decline in NHPC shares is not unusual. Historically, OFS transactions conducted at meaningful discounts tend to create short-term pressure on the stock price as investors recalibrate valuations against the offer price. Similar reactions were witnessed recently in other PSU stake sales where discounted pricing temporarily weighed on market sentiment.
However, the broader investment case for NHPC remains linked to India's long-term energy transition. NHPC is India's largest hydropower producer and has been expanding its presence across renewable energy segments, including solar and pumped-storage projects. The company also reported strong financial performance recently, supported by new capacity additions and project commissioning, indicating that operational fundamentals remain distinct from the government's stake sale decision.
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