Cement plants in India:
India boasts a robust cement industry, being the second-largest cement
producer globally. The country has over 210 large cement plants, primarily
concentrated in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu.
Key points:
Production Capacity: India's cement production capacity has been steadily
increasing. As of FY23, the installed capacity reached a substantial 570
million tonnes per annum (MTPA).
Growth Potential: The industry is poised for further growth, with an
expected CAGR of 4-5% over the next few years.
Geographic Distribution: While the south leads in cement production, the
industry is spread across the country, with significant capacities in other
regions as well.
Infrastructure and Housing: The growing demand for infrastructure
development and housing projects is a major driver of cement production.
India's cement industry plays a crucial role in the nation's economic growth
and development.
Top 5 cement producing states in India:
1. Madhya Pradesh
2. Andhra Pradesh
3. Rajasthan
4. Karnataka
5. Gujarat
Case Study:
Jharkhand-ACC Cement plants Ltd.:
Located at Sindri, Dhanbad, District of Jharkhand.
Production capacity: 2.5 MTPA to 4.5 MTPA
About 26 – 27 km from Dhanbad town
The nearest rail station is Sindri located at 3.5 km
No ecologically sensitive habitats like national parks, biosphere reserves,
wildlife sanctuaries, etc. within 10km of range.
The nearest river is the Damodar River, which is located at 2.5km, for water
requirements.
Raw material Source of Raw Materials Mode of
Transport
Clinker ACC’s Jamul ,Chaibasa , Bargarh & Kymore cement By Rail /Road
plants of ACC.
Gypsum Imported from Bhutan, Oman and Thailand. By rail / road
Slag / Ground Granulated Tata Steel Jharkhand; , Tata Kalinganagar, Orissa, By rail / Road
Blast Furnace slag Jindal Steel -Orissa, IISCO Burnpur, and Bhushan
steel,
Fly Ash Maithon, Bokaro and Santadi Power plants. Road (bulker)
Coal Eastern Coalfields and E auction By truck / Rail
Karnataka- Rajashree Cements
Location
Malkhed, Gulbarga District: Malkhed is strategically located in the
Gulbarga district, which is renowned for its rich limestone deposits. This
region is part of the larger cement manufacturing belt in Karnataka,
which includes several other major plants.
Fly Ash-Source: Sourced from thermal power plants , as a by-product of
coal
Clay-Source: Sourced from clay or shale deposits near the valleys
Limestone: Sourced from quarries
Iron ores: Sourced from Karnataka mines
