JK Lakshmi Cement Limited has announced the commissioning of a new grinding unit in Surat, adding 1.35 million tonnes per annum (13.5 lakh tonnes) to its capacity. Along with this, the company has enhanced efficiency at its Jaykaypuram, Sirohi plant in Rajasthan through debottlenecking. With these developments, the company’s total installed capacity has now reached 18 million tonnes per annum (MTPA).
The Surat unit strengthens JK Lakshmi Cement’s presence in western India while also delivering logistical advantages for its northern and central markets. The expansion comes at a time when demand for housing and infrastructure remains strong, further positioning the company as a reliable partner in meeting India’s development priorities.
The capacity milestone marks a significant step in JK Lakshmi Cement’s long-term vision of reaching 30 MTPA by 2030. The growth strategy is anchored in a mix of brownfield enhancements and greenfield expansions, supported by operational efficiency and disciplined investments.
Commenting on the expansion, Arun Kumar Shukla, President and Director of JK Lakshmi Cement, said, “Capacity expansion is about more than volumes, it is about delivering progress responsibly. The Surat grinding unit, supported by efficiency improvements at Sirohi, strengthens our ability to serve critical markets while aligning with India’s aspirations for sustainable growth. As we move toward 30 MTPA by 2030, our focus remains on innovation, efficiency, and ensuring every incremental tonne is produced with a lighter environmental footprint.”
Over the past year, the company has reinforced its market position through strategic initiatives such as the merger with Udaipur Cement Works Limited, which created scale and operational synergies. At the same time, it has accelerated its sustainability drive by sourcing nearly half of its power from renewable energy. Investments in solar power and waste heat recovery systems have been central to these efforts, aligning with JK Lakshmi Cement’s global RE100 and EP100 commitments.
Beyond capacity growth, JK Lakshmi Cement continues to broaden its Smart Building Solutions (SBS) portfolio. Offerings such as Green+ Cement, PRO+ Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, AAC blocks, gypsum plaster, and wall putty are designed to cater to both infrastructure projects and individual homebuilders. This focus underscores the company’s ambition to position itself as a solutions-driven enterprise rather than a commodity supplier.
