Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited

HDFC Mutual Fund increased its stake in Star Health and Allied Insurance Company from 4.47% to 4.49% by acquiring 82,153 shares during a rights issue. The shares are valued at ₹4.79 Cr at ₹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.

One of India's oldest and most trusted AMCs with over Rs 7.5 lakh crore in AUM. Founded in 1999 as a joint venture between HDFC Bank and Standard Life. MD and CEO Navneet Munot, formerly CIO of SBI MF, has reinforced the quality and compounding philosophy across equity schemes. HDFC Flexi Cap Fund and HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities Fund are among the largest actively managed equity schemes in India.