Adani Cement Completes World’s Largest Temple Raft Foundation

22 Sep 2025 CW Team

The foundation was cast in a continuous 54-hour operation, with 24,100 cubic metres of ECOMaxX M45 low-carbon concrete poured. This sustainable mix, developed by Adani Cement, reduces carbon emissions while ensuring strength and durability.

Key project highlights include:

26 strategically located Ready-Mix Concrete (RMX) plants
Over 285 transit mixers operating round the clock
3,600 tonnes of high-performance cement
A workforce of more than 600 skilled personnel and technical experts

The pouring process was meticulously planned to avoid cold joints and maintain temperature and mix consistency. Embedded thermocouples monitored durability and strength in real time. ECOMaxX low-carbon concrete incorporates 66 per cent Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM), cutting the carbon footprint by 60 per cent compared with conventional concrete.

A proprietary Coolcrete formulation kept placement temperatures below 28°C, reducing thermal stress and enhancing longevity, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable, green construction practices.

The raft foundation will support the Jagat Janani Maa Umiya Temple, projected to be the world’s tallest temple at 504 feet. Measuring 450 ft x 400 ft x 8 ft, it will sustain 1,551 Dharma Stambhs (pillars). The 60-acre temple complex, with an investment of around Rs 20 billion, is expected to become a cultural and spiritual landmark.

Vinod Bahety, CEO of Adani Cement, said: “This project embodies the quality, scale, speed, and purpose that defines Adani Cement. By combining innovation, skilled people, and sustainable materials, we create enduring solutions.”

R.P. Patel, President of Vishv Umiya Foundation, added: “This world-record foundation is a proud moment for India’s cultural and engineering heritage. Adani Cement’s expertise made them the ideal partner for this iconic project.”

Adani Cement has previously contributed to landmark projects including the World One Tower in Mumbai and the Chenab Railway Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir. With Umiya Dham, the company demonstrates its capability in spiritual infrastructure, blending modern engineering with cultural preservation.

Witnessed by over 1,000 people on-site and more than 10,000 online, the foundation stands as both an engineering achievement and a symbol of the union of faith, innovation, and sustainability.

Adani Cement, in collaboration with PSP Infra, has completed the world’s largest religious temple raft foundation at Umiya Dham near Ahmedabad, marking a milestone in India’s construction and engineering history.The foundation was cast in a continuous 54-hour operation, with 24,100 cubic metres of ECOMaxX M45 low-carbon concrete poured. This sustainable mix, developed by Adani Cement, reduces carbon emissions while ensuring strength and durability.Key project highlights include:26 strategically located Ready-Mix Concrete (RMX) plantsOver 285 transit mixers operating round the clock3,600 tonnes of high-performance cementA workforce of more than 600 skilled personnel and technical expertsThe pouring process was meticulously planned to avoid cold joints and maintain temperature and mix consistency. Embedded thermocouples monitored durability and strength in real time. ECOMaxX low-carbon concrete incorporates 66 per cent Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM), cutting the carbon footprint by 60 per cent compared with conventional concrete.A proprietary Coolcrete formulation kept placement temperatures below 28°C, reducing thermal stress and enhancing longevity, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable, green construction practices.The raft foundation will support the Jagat Janani Maa Umiya Temple, projected to be the world’s tallest temple at 504 feet. Measuring 450 ft x 400 ft x 8 ft, it will sustain 1,551 Dharma Stambhs (pillars). The 60-acre temple complex, with an investment of around Rs 20 billion, is expected to become a cultural and spiritual landmark.Vinod Bahety, CEO of Adani Cement, said: “This project embodies the quality, scale, speed, and purpose that defines Adani Cement. By combining innovation, skilled people, and sustainable materials, we create enduring solutions.”R.P. Patel, President of Vishv Umiya Foundation, added: “This world-record foundation is a proud moment for India’s cultural and engineering heritage. Adani Cement’s expertise made them the ideal partner for this iconic project.”Adani Cement has previously contributed to landmark projects including the World One Tower in Mumbai and the Chenab Railway Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir. With Umiya Dham, the company demonstrates its capability in spiritual infrastructure, blending modern engineering with cultural preservation.Witnessed by over 1,000 people on-site and more than 10,000 online, the foundation stands as both an engineering achievement and a symbol of the union of faith, innovation, and sustainability.

Infrastructure Urban

04 May 2026

Jyoti Structures FY26 profit rises 56.5%

Jyoti Structures (JSL) recently reported strong financial results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026, driven by disciplined execution, cost management and steady progress across its order book.For Q4 FY2025-26, total income rose 44.2 per cent to Rs 2.41 billion from Rs 1.67 billion in Q4 FY2024-25. EBITDA increased 58.6 per cent to Rs 237 million, while EBITDA margin improved by 89 basis points to 9.84 per cent. Profit before tax grew 53.3 per cent to Rs 188.5 million, and net profit rose 51.9 per cent to Rs 181.4 million.For FY2025-26, total income grew 53.1 per cent to Rs 7.72 bill..

Infrastructure Energy

04 May 2026

Cat BEPU to Power Doppstadt Separator at IFAT 2026

Caterpillar’s Cat Battery Electric Power Unit (BEPU) has been selected by Doppstadt to power its SWS 6 Spiral Shaft Separator, which will be showcased for the first time at IFAT 2026 in Munich, Germany, from 4–7 May.The compact plug-and-play BEPU is designed to replace a diesel engine within the same space, using the same mounting locations and relative machine position. It integrates the battery, motor, inverter, onboard charging, cooling and controls, enabling OEMs to electrify existing chassis platforms without extensive redesign.Caterpillar and Cat dealer Zeppelin Power Systems have be..

Infrastructure Urban

04 May 2026

VECV sales rise 6.9% in April 2026

VE Commercial Vehicles, a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, recorded sales of 7,318 units in April 2026, compared to 6,846 units in April 2025, registering 6.9 per cent growth. The total included 7,159 units under the Eicher brand and 159 units under the Volvo brand.Eicher branded trucks and buses reported sales of 7,159 units during the month, up 6.6 per cent from 6,717 units in April 2025. In the domestic commercial vehicle market, Eicher sales rose 8.6 per cent to 6,797 units from 6,257 units a year earlier.Exports declined 21.3 per cent, with VECV recording 362 units in ..