Dalmia Bharat strengthens eastern market with Rohtas Plant expansion

Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL) achieved its FY25 target of 49.5 MTPA by expanding Rohtas Cement Works in Bihar, boosting capacity to 1.6 MTPA and strengthening its market position and long-term growth strategy.

Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), India’s top cement firm, has met its FY25 target of 49.5 MTPA with the start of commercial production of an extra 0.5 MTPA at its Rohtas Cement Works (RCW) plant in Bihar on March 30, 2025. The investment of ₹96 crores at the integrated unit expands the plant’s capacity to 1.6 MTPA. The activation of Line 2 demonstrates DBL’s commitment to expanding its market position in the Eastern area and corresponds with its long-term goal of increasing capacity to 110-130 MTPA by 2031.

Commenting on the expansion, Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director and CEO, Dalmia Bharat Limited, says, “Our growth in the East reflects our strong belief in the region’s development potential. With this expansion, we are enhancing our ability to support key infrastructure projects and contribute to economic progress in the region. This milestone reinforces our long-term vision for sustainable and strategic growth. I am pleased to announce that we have successfully reached our target of 49.5 million tonnes by FY 25, marking another key achievement in our expansion journey.”

Dalmia Bharat has a significant presence in the East, with industrial facilities in Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha. This development will strengthen the company’s ability to meet the growing infrastructure demands in the East, including roads, trains, and airports. The programme is also expected to create job opportunities and boost the region’s economic development. Dalmia Bharat is committed to innovation, sustainability, and providing high-quality cement solutions to satisfy India’s expanding infrastructure needs.

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