Adani Cement, NAREDCO Form Strategic Alliance

02 Mar 2026 CW Team

Adani Cement has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) to support India’s expanding housing and infrastructure requirements aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

The collaboration brings together Adani Cement’s building materials portfolio, research capabilities and technical expertise with NAREDCO’s network of over 15,000 member organisations. The partnership will focus on skill development, knowledge exchange, technology adoption and sustainable construction practices across the real estate ecosystem.

Joint initiatives will include certification programmes for masons and contractors, along with training modules for site supervisors from NAREDCO member organisations to strengthen execution standards and quality control. The partners will also promote modern construction technologies, green materials and integrated building solutions, including ready-mix concrete, while exploring support for affordable housing.

Vinod Bahety, CEO – Cement Business, Adani Group, said, “This partnership reflects a shared commitment to nation-building and to creating an ecosystem where quality, innovation, and sustainability are integral to every project. By working closely with NAREDCO, we aim to equip developers with advanced materials, deeper technical support, and structured knowledge platforms that can improve performance across the entire project lifecycle.”

Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman, NAREDCO, stated that the association aims to encourage responsible construction practices and promote adoption of green building norms across expanding urban centres.

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