L&T wins significant order for prestigious LIGO India Observatory project; here's moreL&T wins significant order for prestigious LIGO India Observatory project; here's more

Introduction

Leading engineering and construction firm wins significant ₹1,000–2,500 crore order from India’s Department of Atomic Energy to build LIGO India Observatory with precision infrastructure and scientific equipment.

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Share price movement of L&T

On February 24, 2026, Larsen & Toubro Ltd opened at ₹4,419.90, up 0.06% from its previous close of ₹4,417.15. The stock reached a high of ₹4,440.00 (0.52%) and a low of ₹4,228.70. By 3:29 PM, it traded at ₹4,261.00, a 3.54% decrease, with a market cap of ₹5,86,148.07 crore.

L&T Wins LIGO India Order

Larsen & Toubro’s Heavy Civil Infrastructure and Heavy Engineering verticals have won a significant order of ₹1,000–2,500 crore from India’s Department of Atomic Energy for LIGO India Observatory.

The observatory will be built at Aundha in Maharashtra’s Hingoli district. LIGO detects gravitational waves using multikilometer-scale laser interferometry, developed in collaboration with premier Indian and international research institutions.

L&T will handle engineering, procurement, and construction of high-precision civil infrastructure, ultra-high vacuum beam tubes, and integration of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and support systems, with a 48-month completion timeline.

Stock performance of L&T for period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year

Larsen & Toubro Ltd delivered a 3.23% return over the past week and gained 24.1% in the past 6 months. The stock rose 35.6% over the past 1 year.

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Shareholding pattern of L&T

Particulars	Dec 2025	Sep 2025	Jun 2025
Promoter	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
FII	20.10%	19.50%	19.30%
DII	43.20%	43.60%	43.70%
Public	36.70%	36.90%	37.00%

About L&T

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (NSE: LT) is a USD 30 billion Indian multinational engaged in EPC projects, hi-tech manufacturing, and services, with eight decades of industry leadership.

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