Fortis says GIC to defer preferential investment

MUMBAI, June 25 (Reuters) - Fortis Healthcare said on Friday Singapore's GIC had decided to defer preferential investment in the Indian hospital chain, but will evaluate participation in broader fund raising by Fortis.

Fortis said in a separate statement it had approved conversion of warrants into equity.

(Reporting by Sumeet Chatterjee)

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