Financial Turnaround Achieved
By FY 2025, Reliance Infrastructure, led by Anil Ambani, reported standalone net debt reduced to zero after clearing ~₹3,300 crore worth of loans to banks and financial institutions 0. This marked a major milestone in its financial rehabilitation.
Q4 FY25 Highlights & Profit Surge
In Q4 FY25, the company posted consolidated net profit of ₹4,387 crore, recovering from a loss of ₹1,609 crore in FY24. Adjusted EBITDA leapt by 681% to ₹8,876 crore, while full-year EBITDA exceeded ₹12,288 crore and revenue rose to ₹23,592 crore 1.
Stock Rally & Investor Confidence
Over the past 12 months, Reliance Infra’s shares surged ~101%, fuelled by its debt wipe‑out and upgraded credit rating (a three‑notch improvement), as well as positive sector momentum in infrastructure 2.
Legal Relief from Insolvency Proceedings
On June 4, 2025, NCLAT suspended the earlier NCLT order admitting the company into the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). This move precipitated a >10% jump in share price, giving relief amid ongoing legal complexities 3.
Business Structure & Core Segments
Reliance Infrastructure, headquartered in Navi Mumbai, operates across power generation and distribution, metro rail, roads, airports, tollways and defence. It is part of the Anil Ambani–led Reliance Group and is chaired by Anil Ambani with Punit Narendra Garg serving as CEO 4.
Debt-Free Status & Financial Metrics
- Standalone net debt to banks and FIs reduced by ₹3,300 crore in FY25 to zero 5.
- External net debt-to-equity ratio fell to 0.28× versus 0.78× a year earlier 6.
- Consolidated net worth climbed ~70% year-on-year to ₹14,287 crore by March 31, 2025 7.
Strategic Outlook & Future Moves
The company is eyeing growth through infrastructure and defence verticals. There are plans to raise ₹9,000 crore in fresh funds from each of its flagship listed entities — Reliance Power and Reliance Infra, totaling ₹18,000 crore to drive expansion 8.
Timeline of Key Events
- May 2025: Debt-free status confirmed; net debt wiped off.
- June 4, 2025: NCLAT suspends CIRP order, shares rally.
- June–July 2025: Stock up ~101% in 12 months.
- August 2, 2025: News of profitability and turnaround shared publicly.
Trivia & Quiz Nuggets
- Reliance Infra cleared ~₹3,300 crore debt in FY25 and now stands debt‑free on a standalone basis.
- Q4 FY25 net profit ₹4,387 crore; EBITDA up 681% to ₹8,876 crore.
- Shares rose ~101% year-on-year as investor confidence buoyed on turnaround.
- Anil Ambani-led company regained a clean balance sheet after years of distress.
- NCLAT’s suspension of CIRP proceedings on June 4, 2025 helped spur share price >10%.
Source: India