Adani Group’s one of the key players Ambuja Cements Limited has announced its maiden project in Bihar with a significant ₹1,600 crore investment in the Warisaliganj Cement Grinding Unit. This venture represents the largest investment in the State’s cement sector to date.
The new facility, located in Mosama village, Warisaliganj tehsil of Nawada district, will have a total capacity of 6 MTPA and will be developed in three phases. The initial phase, involving a 2.4 MTPA capacity, is set to commence by December 2025, with an investment of ₹1,100 crore.
Strategically positioned close to Warisaliganj railway station and State Highway-83, the site is well-connected and primed for future expansion at a reduced cost. The project is expected to enhance Bihar’s infrastructure and align with goals outlined in the recent Union Budget.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar emphasised the investment’s role in Bihar’s growth and sustainable development, while Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, along with Industry Minister Nitish Mishra, supported the initiative.
Privileged to be present for the foundation laying ceremony of the Cement Grinding Unit in Warisaliganj alongside Hon’ble CM Shri @NitishKumar. We are grateful for the support received from the Government in Bihar for making this strategic investment of ₹1,600 crore possible in… pic.twitter.com/iVInBK0Zjj
— Pranav Adani (@PranavAdani) August 3, 2024
Ambuja Cements aims to contribute approximately ₹250 crore annually to the state’s revenue and create 250 direct and 1,000 indirect jobs. Pranav Adani, Managing Director of Adani Enterprises, highlighted the project’s alignment with the state government’s development plans and the cement industry’s positive outlook due to infrastructure investments.
The Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA) has allocated 67.90 acres for the cement unit, with environmental clearance already secured. Additionally, Ambuja Cements has been allotted 26.60 acres for a second unit in Mahbal, Motipur, Muzaffarpur, with environmental clearance in progress.
As one of Bharat’s leading cement companies, Ambuja Cements, along with its subsidiaries ACC Ltd and Sanghi Industries Ltd, has expanded its cement capacity to 78.9 MTPA, supported by 18 integrated plants and 19 grinding units across Bharat. The company is also set to acquire Penna Cement Industries Limited, adding 14 MTPA to its capacity.
