Grasim Industries Limited
LIC decreased its stake in Grasim Industries Limited from 6.59% to 6.53%, reducing its holding by 4,42,520 shares. This adjustment occurred in the context of a rights issue.
A flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, this vertically integrated manufacturer produces viscose staple fibre, caustic soda, speciality chemicals, and rayon-grade wood pulp across multiple manufacturing locations in India. The company also operates in fertiliser and textile sectors. It ranks among India's largest private sector enterprises with diversified operations spanning chemicals, natural fibres, and specialty products across various industrial verticals.
India's largest domestic institutional investor with over Rs 56 lakh crore in total AUM, of which roughly Rs 15 lakh crore sits in listed equities. Holds stakes in virtually every major listed Indian company. When LIC builds or exits a position, it moves markets. Government-owned and mandated to invest policyholder funds in Indian equities and bonds, making it the ultimate long-only, long-term India bull.