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The government is not expected to take an immediate decision on a relief package for Vodafone Idea (Vi), with the Centre adopting a measured and cautious approach, according to an NDTV Profit report by Shrimi Choudhary dated December 17, 2025, citing government sources familiar with the matter.
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Valuation Concerns Loom Large Due to Equity Stake
Sources were quoted as saying that the government is wary of taking any step that could directly impact the company’s valuation, especially as it holds a 49 percent equity stake in the telecom operator following the conversion of statutory dues into equity. Any policy decision, sources indicated, is being evaluated not only for its fiscal implications but also for its potential effect on the market.
During recent internal discussions, the government reviewed Vodafone Idea’s share price performance, which has remained highly volatile. Officials noted that the stock’s sensitivity to policy signals has reinforced the need for caution in decision-making, the report said.
No Urgency to Take a Call
As a result, a final decision on any relief measures is likely to take time, with the government preferring a calibrated approach and a thorough examination of all available options. Officials said there is no urgency to take a call without fully evaluating the broader consequences, according to the report.
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