By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA | India’s progress is increasingly reflected in the recent strong financial outcomes delivered by public sector enterprises and national financial institutions across sectors. Their recent performances indicate improved efficiency, stronger balance sheets, expanding operational scale, and rising investor confidence, collectively reinforcing the country’s economic growth momentum the mission “Viksit Bharat”

Digital Payments & Capital Markets

National Stock Exchange of India Limited
National Stock Exchange of India Limited has witnessed unprecedented expansion in investor participation, reflecting growing retail confidence and rapid digital adoption. The sharp rise in trading accounts and sustained growth in systematic investment participation signal a structural shift towards long-term equity investing among households. Enhanced investor outreach and financial literacy initiatives have further strengthened market inclusivity. NSE’s strong operational momentum highlights the democratisation of capital markets and supports wealth creation across India, aligning closely with the inclusive economic vision of Viksit Bharat.

National Payments Corporation of India
National Payments Corporation of India continues to demonstrate remarkable operational strength through sustained expansion of digital transactions nationwide. Rising adoption of real-time payment systems highlights growing trust in digital financial infrastructure. The organisation’s performance reflects deepening financial inclusion, faster transaction ecosystems and increased participation from both urban and rural users, strengthening India’s digital economy foundation.

BSE Ltd
BSE Ltd has delivered exceptional financial growth supported by rising market participation and expanding derivatives activity. Improved operational efficiency and strong revenue momentum reflect growing investor confidence and deepening capital market engagement. The exchange’s performance underscores India’s evolving financial ecosystem and increasing role of markets in wealth creation and capital formation.

Infrastructure & Engineering Sector

NBCC (India) Limited
NBCC (India) Limited has demonstrated strong financial performance backed by steady execution across project management consultancy and redevelopment assignments. The company’s recent results indicate sustained revenue expansion alongside significant improvement in profitability, reflecting tighter cost management and efficient project delivery. A robust and expanding order pipeline continues to provide long-term revenue visibility, underlining NBCC’s growing role in urban transformation, government infrastructure projects and redevelopment initiatives. The consistent operational momentum highlights the company’s ability to convert project opportunities into financial strength. Its performance aligns closely with infrastructure-led growth envisioned under Viksit Bharat, where modern urban infrastructure, institutional development and asset monetisation remain key priorities. NBCC’s improving financial profile reflects the broader revival of construction-linked public sector enterprises, showcasing enhanced governance standards and execution capability while contributing meaningfully to national development objectives.

Engineers India Limited
Engineers India Limited has delivered outstanding financial results, driven by strong consultancy demand and successful execution of complex engineering assignments. The company has recorded remarkable improvement in revenue growth and profitability, signalling robust operational recovery and expanding business momentum. Improved margins and rising project inflows demonstrate renewed confidence in India’s engineering and energy consultancy capabilities. A growing order book supported by large-scale assignments provides strong forward visibility, positioning EIL as a key contributor to refinery modernisation, petrochemical expansion and energy infrastructure projects. The company’s strong financial trajectory reflects its transition towards high-value consultancy-led growth supported by technological expertise. Such performance strengthens India’s engineering ecosystem and contributes directly to industrial expansion and energy security goals under the Viksit Bharat framework.

Energy & Petroleum Sector

Oil India Limited
Oil India Limited has showcased financial resilience by sustaining strong profitability despite challenging global energy price conditions. Stable operational performance, consistent production output and improved subsidiary performance have strengthened the company’s overall financial position. Enhanced shareholder returns and operational efficiency underline management’s focus on long-term value creation. The company’s continued investment in exploration and production reinforces India’s energy security while supporting domestic supply stability. Oil India’s performance reflects the capability of Indian energy PSUs to balance market volatility with operational discipline, contributing significantly to national energy independence — a core pillar of Viksit Bharat.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited has delivered strong financial results marked by improved profitability and stable operational growth. Enhanced refining margins, efficient expense management and steady downstream performance have contributed to stronger earnings momentum. The company’s performance reflects improved operational efficiency and disciplined financial management despite fluctuating global energy dynamics. Growth in core operations and diversified income streams signals strengthened business fundamentals. HPCL’s performance highlights the evolving competitiveness of India’s oil marketing companies, ensuring energy availability while maintaining financial sustainability — supporting industrial growth and economic stability aligned with the Viksit Bharat mission.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited has reported outstanding financial performance driven by improved refining efficiencies and strong operational margins. The company’s profitability growth reflects better capacity utilisation, enhanced refining economics and rising domestic demand. Operational improvements across refining and marketing segments have strengthened overall financial outcomes while reinforcing shareholder value. BPCL’s continued focus on efficiency, infrastructure upgrades and energy transition initiatives positions it as a key contributor to India’s evolving energy ecosystem. Its performance supports economic expansion by ensuring fuel supply stability and operational excellence in the petroleum sector.

Mining & Strategic Resources

Hindustan Copper Limited
Hindustan Copper Limited has achieved one of its strongest financial performances, driven by improved operational productivity and favourable market conditions. Enhanced margins, higher operational efficiency and disciplined financial management have strengthened profitability while maintaining robust operational stability. The company’s growing focus on critical minerals positions it strategically within India’s long-term technological and clean energy ambitions. By strengthening domestic resource capabilities, Hindustan Copper contributes to supply-chain security for emerging industries such as electric mobility, electronics and renewable energy. Its performance reflects how mining PSUs are evolving into strategic assets supporting industrial self-reliance under Viksit Bharat.

NMDC Ltd Shows Stable Financial Strength Despite Cost Pressures

NMDC Limited reported a resilient operational performance in the December quarter, reflecting steady business fundamentals despite higher expenditure impacting profitability. While consolidated net profit witnessed a marginal year-on-year decline due to rising operational costs, the company recorded healthy growth in total income, indicating sustained demand and stable production momentum.The increase in expenses was largely linked to operational expansion and input cost pressures across the mining sector. Demonstrating financial stability and shareholder commitment, the board approved an interim dividend for FY 2025–26, underscoring NMDC’s strong cash position and continued confidence in its long-term growth trajectory.

Defence & Aerospace Sector

Bharat Electronics Limited
Bharat Electronics Limited has delivered strong financial growth supported by rising defence orders and improved execution capabilities. Expanding revenues, higher profitability and a healthy order pipeline underline sustained demand for indigenous defence electronics systems. Operational efficiency and technological innovation continue to drive financial strength, reflecting India’s growing defence manufacturing ecosystem. BEL’s performance highlights increasing self-reliance in advanced defence technologies while contributing to export potential and strategic capability development aligned with national priorities.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has reported robust financial results, supported by strong production execution and growing aerospace demand. Improved profitability and operational performance reflect efficient manufacturing processes and sustained defence programme deliveries. HAL’s expanding role in indigenous aircraft development strengthens India’s aerospace ecosystem while reinforcing technological independence. The company’s financial momentum reflects the success of domestic defence manufacturing policies and its contribution to innovation-driven growth under Viksit Bharat.

Financial & Banking Sector

REC Limited
REC Limited has recorded strong financial performance driven by sustained lending growth, improved asset quality and expanding infrastructure financing activity. Stable earnings growth combined with strengthened capital position reflects prudent financial management. REC’s continued support for power and infrastructure projects plays a vital role in enabling economic expansion, renewable energy development and nationwide electrification initiatives. Its strong financial health positions the institution as a critical enabler of long-term infrastructure investment aligned with India’s development vision.

Punjab & Sind Bank
Punjab & Sind Bank has reported improved profitability driven by stronger income growth and declining non-performing assets. Enhanced operational discipline and better credit management have contributed to healthier financial outcomes. The bank’s steady performance reflects strengthening fundamentals and improved asset quality, supporting financial inclusion and credit accessibility — key elements of inclusive growth under Viksit Bharat.

Union Bank of India
Union Bank of India has delivered encouraging financial results supported by improved asset quality and disciplined provisioning practices. Reduced stress assets, stable margins and enhanced operational efficiency indicate a structural strengthening of the bank’s balance sheet. Strategic focus on sustainable lending and risk management has supported profitability while improving investor confidence. The bank’s improved performance reflects the broader transformation underway in India’s public sector banking system, enabling stronger credit flow to businesses and households.

Trade, Logistics & Tourism

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority Special Economic Zone
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority Special Economic Zone has demonstrated strong operational growth through rising trade activity and improved logistics efficiency. Expanding industrial participation and enhanced cargo movement reflect growing confidence among exporters and investors. The SEZ’s integrated port ecosystem supports supply-chain efficiency and export competitiveness, strengthening India’s position in global trade networks.

India Tourism Development Corporation
India Tourism Development Corporation has recorded renewed financial momentum driven by improved operational efficiency and rising tourism demand. Diversified service offerings across hospitality, events and travel services have strengthened revenue streams. Increased digital adoption and strategic transformation initiatives highlight ITDC’s evolving business model, supporting tourism-led employment and service-sector growth aligned with India’s development aspirations.

Collectively, these strong financial performances demonstrate how India’s PSUs and national institutions are emerging as growth catalysts — reinforcing economic stability, strengthening strategic sectors and accelerating the nation’s progress towards the Vision Viksit Bharat.

Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly available information and corporate disclosures, and is intended solely for informational and journalistic purposes. The performance assessment is indicative and not investment advice. Readers are advised to refer to official financial statements and seek professional guidance before making any financial or investment decisions.