Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL) has announced the installation of a new cement mill at its existing cement manufacturing unit in Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu. This new unit adds 1.0 million tonnes of cement capacity to the company’s overall installed capacity, bringing it to a total of 45.6 million tonnes including its subsidiaries.
With an investment of Rs.204 crores, this strategic brownfield expansion is aimed at strengthening its market presence in the South and meeting the growing demand for cement in the region.
This expansion aligns with the company’s long-term growth strategy aimed at increasing its total installed capacity to 110 -130 MT by the year 2031. With a robust presence in Tamil Nadu markets, Dalmia Bharat currently runs two integrated cement manufacturing plants situated at Dalmiapuram and Ariyalur respectively, along with a grinding unit located in Sattur.
The company is also a key contributor to the largest infrastructure initiative – Bharatmala in the south, aiding to the advancement of vital transportation networks and supporting regional development.