Dalmia Bharat hits 49.5 MTPA production target ahead of FY25

02 Apr 2025 CW Team

Dalmia Bharat (DBL), India’s 4th largest cement producer/ leading Indian cement company, has achieved its target of 49.5MTPA for FY25 with the commencement of commercial production of an additional 0.5 MTPA at its Rohtas Cement Works (RCW) plant in Bihar effective 30th March 2025. This strategic expansion with an investment of Rs. 96 crores at the existing integrated unit increases the plant’s total capacity to 1.6 MTPA. The commissioning of Line 2 reinforces DBL’s commitment to strengthening its market presence in the Eastern region and aligns with its long-term vision of scaling capacity to 110-130 MTPA by 2031.

Commenting on the expansion, Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director & CEO, Dalmia Bharat Limited, said: “Our growth in the East reflects our strong belief in the region’s development potential. With this expansion, we are enhancing our ability to support key infrastructure projects and contribute to economic progress in the region. This milestone reinforces our long-term vision for sustainable and strategic growth. I am pleased to announce that we have successfully reached our target of 49.5 million tonnes by FY’25, marking another key achievement in our expansion journey.”

Dalmia Bharat has a strong footprint in the East with manufacturing units in Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha. This expansion will enhance the company’s ability to cater to the increasing infrastructure demands in the East, across sectors such as roads, railways and airports. The initiative is also expected to generate employment opportunities and contribute to the region’s economic development. Dalmia Bharat remains dedicated to innovation, sustainability and delivering high-quality cement solutions to meet India’s growing infrastructure needs.

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