Mumbai, June 18, 2025 – Diversified metals‑minerals conglomerate Vedanta Ltd has announced its first interim dividend of ₹7 per equity share for fiscal year 2025–26, representing a substantial payout of approximately ₹2,737 crore, as per its BSE/NSE filing youtube.com livemint.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. The board, at its June 18 meeting, set Tuesday, June 24, 2025, as the record date to determine eligibility ndtvprofit.com m.economictimes.com livemint.com . Payment will follow within legally mandated timelines.
This payout aligns strategically with Vedanta’s recent deleveraging efforts, including raising ₹3,028 crore through the sale of a 1.6% stake in Hindustan Zinc Ltd to bolster its balance sheet amid an upcoming sectoral demerger m.economictimes.com ndtvprofit.com livemint.com m.economictimes.com. Known for its strong shareholder returns, Vedanta paid a total dividend of ₹32.50 per share in FY25, with a yield of about 7.1%, reinforcing its commitment to value creation m.economictimes.com.
