UltraTech Cement Makes History as India Capacity Surpasses 200 Million Tonnes Per Annum

Mumbai:  In a landmark achievement for the Indian manufacturing sector, UltraTech Cement Limited, the cement flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, has officially surpassed the 200 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) installed capacity mark in India. This milestone was reached following the simultaneous commissioning of three new grinding units today, boasting a cumulative capacity of 8.7 MTPA.

With this expansion, UltraTech solidifies its position as the largest cement company in the world by sales volume and capacity, excluding the Chinese market.

Strategic Expansion Across Key Corridors:
The three newly commissioned units are strategically located to cater to India’s high-growth regions.

• Shahjahanpur (Uttar Pradesh): Serving the booming construction corridor of North India.
• Patratu (Jharkhand): Strengthening the supply chain in the industrial heartland.
• Vizag (Andhra Pradesh): Supporting the rapid urbanization of the coastal belt.

UltraTech’s total capacity in India now stands at 200.1 MTPA, while its consolidated global capacity—including operations in the UAE, Bahrain, and Sri Lanka—has reached 205.5 MTPA.

Unprecedented Growth Velocity:
The speed of UltraTech’s scaling is perhaps more remarkable than the numbers themselves. While it took the company 36 years to reach its first 100 MTPA in 2019, the subsequent 100 MTPA was added in less than seven years. This rapid acceleration reflects both the company’s execution excellence and the massive scale of India’s infrastructure requirements.

Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, highlighted the significance of this moment:

“The 200 MTPA milestone describes India’s place in the world—an India that has grown comfortable with scale in its ambitions and execution. UltraTech has translated the ‘Make in India’ vision into action, matching domestic strength with global competitiveness to anchor the nation’s infrastructure story.”

The Backbone of Modern India:
UltraTech’s presence is felt across the nation’s landscape. The company currently contributes to:

• One in every three homes built in India.
• 40% of NHAI’s concrete roads.
• 80% of the country’s metro rail networks.

Its products have been instrumental in constructing iconic projects including the New Parliament Building (Central Vista), the Mumbai Coastal Road, the Navi Mumbai International Airport, and the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor.

Future Outlook: Reaching for 240+ MTPA:
Despite reaching this historic peak, the company shows no signs of slowing down. Mr. K C Jhanwar, Managing Director of UltraTech Cement, attributed this growth to a mix of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.

The next phase of growth is already in motion, backed by a capital expenditure of over Rs. 16,000 crore. These ongoing projects are set to propel the company’s consolidated manufacturing capacity to 240+ MTPA in the coming years.

Commitment to Sustainability:
Parallel to its physical growth, UltraTech remains dedicated to its sustainability roadmap. The company is aggressively working to reduce specific CO₂ emissions, increase the use of alternative fuels, and integrate green construction practices. For UltraTech, scale and sustainability are treated as twin pillars, ensuring that long-term value creation does not come at the cost of the environment.