Dalmia Bharat reaches 49.5 MTPA target with Bihar expansion

Dalmia Bharat Limited expands Rohtas Cement Works to meet its FY25 target of 49.5 MTPA and strengthen its presence in Eastern India.

Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), India’s fourth largest cement producer/leading Indian cement company, has met its FY25 target of 49.5 MTPA with the start of commercial production of an additional 0.5 MTPA at its Rohtas Cement Works (RCW) plant in Bihar on March 30, 2025. This strategic expansion, which involves an investment of ₹ 96 crores in the existing integrated unit, brings the plant’s total capacity to 1.6 MTPA. The commissioning of Line 2 demonstrates DBL’s commitment to strengthening its market presence in the Eastern region, as well as its long-term goal of increasing capacity to 110-130 MTPA by 2031.

Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director & CEO of Dalmia Bharat Limited, commented on the expansion, saying, “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 metric tonnes by FY’25, marking another key achievement in our expansion journey.” 

Dalmia Bharat has a significant presence in the East, with manufacturing facilities in Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha. This expansion will strengthen the company’s ability to meet the growing infrastructure demands in the East, including roads, railways, and airports. The initiative is also expected to create job opportunities and boost the region’s economic development. Dalmia Bharat is committed to innovation, sustainability, and providing high-quality cement solutions to meet India’s expanding infrastructure needs.

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