JK Cement expands with the set-up of a new grinding unit in Buxar, Bihar

By Staff Report December 16, 2024 6:43 pm IST

With this expansion, JK Cement Ltd. (JKCL) is set to strengthen its presence in Eastern India, marking a significant step toward balancing demand and supply at a national level.

JK Cement expands its operations with the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony for its new Grey Cement Grinding Unit in Buxar, Bihar. This expansion is part of the company’s initiative to strengthen its footprint in Eastern India and contribute to the region’s infrastructural and economic development.

The foundation stone was laid by Dr. Nidhipati Singhania, Vice Chairman, of JK Cement Ltd, Madhavkrishna Singhania, Joint Managing Director and CEO, JK Cement Ltd and other senior officials. The event signifies the beginning of a new chapter for the company on its journey to serve the growing demands of the Bihar market with world-class cement products.

The new Grinding Unit will address the rising demand for premium cement in Bihar as the market expands. The proposed capacity of the Buxar unit is 3.00 MTPA and will enable the company plans to cross-production capacity of 30 MTPA by next year. The investment for this project amounts to over ₹500 crore.