JK Lakshmi Cement Q1 PAT Rises 169 Per Cent to Rs 1.51 Billion

04 Aug 2025 CW Team

JK Lakshmi Cement (JKLC), the flagship company of JK Organisation, announced its financial results for Q1 FY26, reporting a 169 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 1.51 billion.

Composite Scheme of Arrangement

The Composite Scheme of Arrangement has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal and became effective on 31st July 2025. With an appointed date of 1st April 2024, JKLC has restated its FY25 financial statements to include results from the erstwhile Udaipur Cement Works Ltd (UCWL), Hansdeep Industries & Trading Company (HITCL), and Hidrive Developers and Industries (HDIL).

Smt Vinita Singhania, Chairperson & Managing Director, said, “The profitability of the company improved sequentially on account of higher volume, better product and market mix, and reduction in fuel cost.”

Sustainability

As part of its green initiatives, the company is enhancing Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR) from 4 per cent to 16 per cent in phases at its Sirohi Cement Plant. The share of renewable power in the overall mix stood at 49 per cent during the quarter.

Capex Initiatives

Surat Grinding Unit: Expansion from 1.35 to 2.7 MTPA at a cost of Rs 225 crore (Rs 150 crore via term loans; balance through internal accruals). Expected commissioning in the current quarter.
Durg Railway Siding: Rs 3.25-billion project (Rs 2.25 billion via debt); first phase completed.
Major Expansion at Durg & Split Locations: A Rs 30-billion project to add a 2.3 MTPA clinker line and 4.6 MTPA grinding capacity at Durg, along with 3.4 MTPA grinding units at Prayagraj, Madhubani and Patratu. Funded by Rs 21 billion in term loans and the rest through internal accruals. Commissioning scheduled in phases: first by March 2027 and remaining by March 2028.

Awards & Accolades

Golden Peacock Business Excellence Award 2025
Best IT-OT Collaboration Award at OT Nexus 2025
Finalist – Environmental & Social Impact Award at World Procurement Awards 2025
International Safety Award by British Safety Council
Best Digital-First Consumer Engagement in Rural at Digital Dot Rural Conference 2025 by RMAI

Outlook

India’s cement sector outlook for FY26 is positive, with volume growth projected at 6 per cent, driven by infrastructure activity and housing demand. The year could also see a recovery in prices after a period of stagnation.

JK Lakshmi Cement (JKLC), the flagship company of JK Organisation, announced its financial results for Q1 FY26, reporting a 169 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 1.51 billion. Composite Scheme of Arrangement The Composite Scheme of Arrangement has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal and became effective on 31st July 2025. With an appointed date of 1st April 2024, JKLC has restated its FY25 financial statements to include results from the erstwhile Udaipur Cement Works Ltd (UCWL), Hansdeep Industries & Trading Company (HITCL), and Hidrive Developers and Industries (HDIL). Smt Vinita Singhania, Chairperson & Managing Director, said, “The profitability of the company improved sequentially on account of higher volume, better product and market mix, and reduction in fuel cost.” Sustainability As part of its green initiatives, the company is enhancing Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR) from 4 per cent to 16 per cent in phases at its Sirohi Cement Plant. The share of renewable power in the overall mix stood at 49 per cent during the quarter. Capex Initiatives Surat Grinding Unit: Expansion from 1.35 to 2.7 MTPA at a cost of Rs 225 crore (Rs 150 crore via term loans; balance through internal accruals). Expected commissioning in the current quarter. Durg Railway Siding: Rs 3.25-billion project (Rs 2.25 billion via debt); first phase completed. Major Expansion at Durg & Split Locations: A Rs 30-billion project to add a 2.3 MTPA clinker line and 4.6 MTPA grinding capacity at Durg, along with 3.4 MTPA grinding units at Prayagraj, Madhubani and Patratu. Funded by Rs 21 billion in term loans and the rest through internal accruals. Commissioning scheduled in phases: first by March 2027 and remaining by March 2028. Awards & Accolades Golden Peacock Business Excellence Award 2025 Best IT-OT Collaboration Award at OT Nexus 2025 Finalist – Environmental & Social Impact Award at World Procurement Awards 2025 International Safety Award by British Safety Council Best Digital-First Consumer Engagement in Rural at Digital Dot Rural Conference 2025 by RMAI Outlook India’s cement sector outlook for FY26 is positive, with volume growth projected at 6 per cent, driven by infrastructure activity and housing demand. The year could also see a recovery in prices after a period of stagnation.

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