Vedanta Completes Demerger, Copper Business to Operate as Independent Listed Company

Published: Jun 16, 2026 13:32

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Vedanta has moved forward with its long-planned demerger, creating separate listed entities for copper, zinc, aluminum, oil and gas, and power businesses. The company said the restructuring will allow each unit to pursue independent growth and investment strategies. The move is expected to strengthen the development of India's copper industry.

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