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The amount of impairment loss recognised in profit or loss for property, plant and equipment. [Refer: Impairment loss recognised in profit or loss; Property, plant and equipment]

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The amount of tangible assets that: (a) are held for use in the production or supply of goods or services, for rental to others, or for administrative purposes; and (b) are expected to be used during more than one period.

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Property, Plant and Equipment - Disclosure of Summary about Property, Plant and Equipment (Parenthetical) (Detail) ₨ in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2019 INR (₨)	Mar. 31, 2018 INR (₨)	Mar. 31, 2017 INR (₨)	Mar. 31, 2019 USD ($)
Disclosure of detailed information about property, plant and equipment [line items]
Net carrying value	₨ 70,601	₨ 64,443		$ 1,021
Computer equipment and software [member]
Disclosure of detailed information about property, plant and equipment [line items]
Net carrying value	16,375	17,765
Software platform [member]
Disclosure of detailed information about property, plant and equipment [line items]
Impairment charges	₨ 1,480	₨ 0	₨ 0