Shree Cement Invests Rs 83.50 Bn in 3 Projects of Karnataka

17 Feb 2025 CW Team

On the occasion of the Global Investors Meet 2025 in Bengaluru, the MoU was signed between Shri Siddaramaia, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka and Shri Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director Shree Cement, marking a major milestone in the state’s industrial growth journey. The investment will be directed towards three key projects, enhancing Karnataka’s cement manufacturing capacity.

The MoU between Shree Cement and the Government of Karnataka includes the establishment of an Integrated Cement Plant in Kalaburagi, featuring a clinker capacity of 3.5 MTPA and a cement capacity of 3 MTPA. With an investment of Rs 25 billion, the plant is expected to create approximately 300 direct jobs and commence operations by 2025. Additionally, a Clinker Grinding Unit with capacity of 3 MTPA will be developed in Bengaluru Rural district with an estimated investment of Rs 8.5 billion. The second proposed unit is expected to create 250 direct job opportunities, with operations scheduled to begin in 2028.

Further, as part of this MoU, Shree Cement also proposes to establish an Integrated Cement Plant with a clinker capacity of 3.5 MTPA and cement capacity of 6 MTPA (in two phases) at Kalaburagi district.. The plant is slated for completion by 2030 and aligns with Shree Cement’s vision of sustainable growth and operational excellence.

The projects will not only strengthen Shree Cement’s presence in South India but also support Karnataka’s vision of becoming a hub for industrial and infrastructural growth. The Government of Karnataka has assured its full support in facilitating necessary permissions, registrations, approvals and clearances for the timely execution of these projects.

Shree Cement Limited remains committed to sustainable development and will incorporate advanced technologies to ensure environmentally friendly operations.

Shree Cement signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth Rs 83.5 billion with the Government of Karnataka, committing to invest in the state over the next five years. As part of the MoU, Shree Cement plans to establish state-of-the-art cement manufacturing facilities, generating significant employment opportunities and contributing to Karnataka’s industrial growth and development.On the occasion of the Global Investors Meet 2025 in Bengaluru, the MoU was signed between Shri Siddaramaia, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka and Shri Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director Shree Cement, marking a major milestone in the state’s industrial growth journey. The investment will be directed towards three key projects, enhancing Karnataka’s cement manufacturing capacity.The MoU between Shree Cement and the Government of Karnataka includes the establishment of an Integrated Cement Plant in Kalaburagi, featuring a clinker capacity of 3.5 MTPA and a cement capacity of 3 MTPA. With an investment of Rs 25 billion, the plant is expected to create approximately 300 direct jobs and commence operations by 2025. Additionally, a Clinker Grinding Unit with capacity of 3 MTPA will be developed in Bengaluru Rural district with an estimated investment of Rs 8.5 billion. The second proposed unit is expected to create 250 direct job opportunities, with operations scheduled to begin in 2028.Further, as part of this MoU, Shree Cement also proposes to establish an Integrated Cement Plant with a clinker capacity of 3.5 MTPA and cement capacity of 6 MTPA (in two phases) at Kalaburagi district.. The plant is slated for completion by 2030 and aligns with Shree Cement’s vision of sustainable growth and operational excellence.The projects will not only strengthen Shree Cement’s presence in South India but also support Karnataka’s vision of becoming a hub for industrial and infrastructural growth. The Government of Karnataka has assured its full support in facilitating necessary permissions, registrations, approvals and clearances for the timely execution of these projects.Shree Cement Limited remains committed to sustainable development and will incorporate advanced technologies to ensure environmentally friendly operations.

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