Public sector engineering major Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) on Monday handed over a dividend cheque of ₹109.98 crore to the Government of India, reflecting the company’s improved financial performance and continued contribution to the national exchequer. The Dividend Distribution Ceremony, held on 15 December 2025, was graced by the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy.
Dividend Distribution Ceremony
The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including the Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Joint Secretary (Ministry of Heavy Industries), and the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) along with Functional Directors of BHEL. During the event, the dividend cheque was formally presented to the Union Minister, symbolising BHEL’s role as a key contributor among central public sector enterprises.
The dividend payout for the financial year 2024–25 represents a 100 per cent increase compared to the dividend distributed for FY 2023–24, underlining the company’s strengthened financial position.
Strengthening Contribution to National Development
Addressing the gathering, Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy commended BHEL’s performance and exhorted the company to play a pivotal role in the realisation of Viksit Bharat through major Government of India initiatives. Emphasising BHEL’s strategic importance as a leading heavy engineering and manufacturing enterprise, the Minister highlighted its critical role in sectors such as power, infrastructure, industry and renewable energy.
Advancing Aatma Nirbhar Bharat and Make in India
The Union Minister also advised BHEL to further advance the national vision of ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’, leveraging its indigenous capabilities, engineering expertise and strong manufacturing base. He stressed that innovation, efficiency and timely execution would be key to enhancing BHEL’s competitiveness in both domestic and global markets.
Conclusion
The enhanced dividend payout not only reflects the company’s improving financial health but also reinforces its commitment to supporting India’s economic growth. As the Government continues to push for infrastructure expansion, industrial growth and self-reliance, BHEL’s role as a flagship public sector enterprise remains central to achieving national development goals.
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Source: PIB
