According to three independent sources, JPA is open to diluting up to 26 per cent in the business.
Jaypee, added these sources, has roped in a clutch of investment bankers to advise on any strategic stake sale. Preliminary talks have already begun with large South America conglomerates such as Cemex and Votorantim Group, who have a global presence but are also looking at a bigger India play. A deal, if any, may still take some time to fructify.