DIPAM secretary: Rs 80,000 crore target high but achievable
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Why in news
DIPAM Secretary Arunish Chawla stated that the government's ₹80,000 crore disinvestment and asset monetisation target for FY27 is ambitious but achievable.
Background
The Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) is seeking industry feedback for government stake dilution in state-owned firms. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed recycling real estate assets of state-run firms through dedicated Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
Facts for Prelims
- BodyDIPAM: Department of Investment and Public Asset Management
- FactTarget for disinvestment and asset monetisation: ₹80,000 crore for FY27
- S&TREITs: Real Estate Investment Trusts used for unlocking value from land assets held by central public sector enterprises
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of asset monetisation and REITs in optimizing the fiscal health of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and enhancing government revenue.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Capital recycling: Converting non-core land assets into liquid capital for infrastructure investment
- Market sentiment: Impact of stake dilution on the valuation and operational autonomy of state-owned firms
Keywords: Asset Monetisation · Disinvestment · REITs · Fiscal Consolidation · Stake Dilution
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