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Aviom India Housing’s Creditors to Pursue Swiss Challenge

MUMBAI: The committee of creditors (CoC) for Aviom India Housing Finance has opted to use the Swiss challenge mechanism for conducting an auction, as per sources familiar with the matter. PwC has been engaged to define the parameters for the competitive bidding process, with the e-auction date expected to be confirmed soon. “With the Swiss challenge mechanism selected, the CoC is set to invite competing bids, allowing any prospective investor to match or enhance the leading offer,” noted one source who wished to remain anonymous. “This transparent and competitive method is anticipated to maximize recovery for lenders. Once PwC establishes…

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Promoter unveils ₹18,000 crore plan for Jaiprakash Associates

MUMBAI: The promoter of Jaiprakash Associates (JAL) has re-entered the competition to reacquire control of the heavily indebted infrastructure company with a new ₹18,000 crore resolution plan, although lenders are skeptical about the previous owner’s capacity to raise the necessary funds. The latest proposal from the Gaur family, the promoters of Jaypee, surpasses offers made by Vedanta and the Adani Group for JAL, which holds significant land assets around Greater Noida and the Noida Expressway. “The promoter has submitted a new plan valuing the business at ₹18,000 crore, exceeding Vedanta’s offer,” said a source with knowledge of the situation. Vedanta…