Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
Amansa Holdings increased its stake in Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited from 2.49% to 2.52% by purchasing 172,588 shares. This occurred in the context of a rights issue. The shares are valued at ₹10.06 crore at a price of ₹582.95 apiece.
India's first standalone health insurance provider, Star Health operates as a pure-play health insurer offering comprehensive coverage for individuals, families, and groups across the country. The company specializes in retail health insurance products, including policies for critical illnesses, medical expenses, hospitalization, and long-term health needs. Its dedicated focus exclusively on health insurance, distinct from multi-line general insurers, positions it to serve the growing demand for specialized health coverage among India's expanding middle class and salaried workforce.
Singapore-based India-dedicated equity fund founded in 2006 by Akash Prakash (ex-GIC, ex-Temasek India). Concentrated long-only strategy with ~20 listed positions and a disclosed book value of roughly Rs 17,000 cr across names like GMM Pfaudler, Fortis Healthcare, V-Mart Retail and Eicher Motors. One of the original India-only foreign hedge funds, with ~USD 1 bn+ in assets.