JK Lakshmi Cement Invests Rs. 1,816 Cr in Chhattisgarh Expansion

JK Lakshmi Cement has announced a major investment plan of Rs. 1,816 crore to expand its manufacturing operations in Chhattisgarh, reinforcing its growth strategy in the Indian cement industry.

As part of this expansion, the company will increase its clinker production capacity by 2.31 MTPA and its cement grinding capacity by 1.2 MTPA, enabling it to better serve the rising construction and infrastructure demand across Eastern India and Central India. The expansion proposal was formalized through a MoU signed at the Chhattisgarh Investor Connect event in the presence of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.

Key Highlights

• JK Lakshmi Cement to invest Rs. 1,816 crore to expand Chhattisgarh manufacturing capacity
• Expansion adds 2.31 MTPA clinker and 1.2 MTPA cement grinding capacity
• Move supports company’s target of reaching 30 MTPA in the coming years

This move aligns with JK Lakshmi Cement’s long-term vision of scaling its overall manufacturing footprint to 30 MTPA in the coming years.

The enhanced capacity will not only strengthen production capabilities but also position the company as a more competitive supplier in fast-growing regional markets. With construction activity surging across India due to infrastructure projects, housing demand, and commercial development, capacity augmentation is a timely shift for the company.

"This expansion marks an important step in how we are shaping JK Lakshmi Cement's next phase of growth," said Shrivats Singhania, Deputy Managing Director of JK Lakshmi Cement.

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This strategic investment underscores JK Lakshmi Cement’s commitment to improving supply reliability, boosting operational efficiency, and contributing to the economic growth of Chhattisgarh. The expansion also signals confidence in the state’s policy environment, industrial ecosystem, and long-term growth potential.