Adani to Invest $26m in New Cement Plant at Kharagpur by 2028

Adani Group will invest over US$26 million (approx. ₹217 crore) in a new greenfield cement plant in Kharagpur, West Bengal, with a planned capacity of 5 million tonnes per year, expected to be operational by 2028. The project revives a stalled ACC proposal from 2012 and marks Adani’s continued expansion in eastern India.

Key Project Details

• Investment Size: US$26m (₹217 crore approx.)
• Location: Kharagpur, West Bengal
• Land Area: 80–198 acres (reports vary)
• Capacity: 5 million tonnes per annum (5Mt/yr)
• Operational Timeline: Targeted for 2028
• Type: Grinding plant (due to investment scale)

Background & Context

• The original proposal was made by ACC in 2012 but lapsed when construction failed to begin within five years.
• After Adani’s acquisition of ACC in 2023, the group reapplied for the land and revived the project.
• Adani has also invested in upgrades at Farakka and Sankrail plants, boosting capacities to 5.6Mt and 4.2Mt respectively.

 Strategic Importance

Factor	Details
Regional Expansion	Strengthens Adani’s footprint in eastern India, especially West Bengal.
Supply Chain	Supports demand in eastern and northeastern states, reducing reliance on imports.
Employment	Expected to generate hundreds of direct jobs and many indirect opportunities.
Competition	Positions Adani against UltraTech and Shree Cement in the region.

Risks & Challenges

• Regulatory Approvals: Awaiting cabinet clearance in West Bengal.
• Timeline Risks: Large-scale projects often face delays in land acquisition and environmental clearances.
• Market Competition: Cement demand growth in eastern India is steady but competitive.

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