JK Lakshmi Cement Targets 120-EV Fleet by March 2027 Following 70-Vehicle Deployment
New Delhi, October 27, 2026: Cement manufacturer JK Lakshmi Cement has achieved nearly 100% electric vehicle (EV)-based clinker dispatches from its Sirohi plant in Rajasthan to its Kalol Grinding Unit in Gujarat, according to a company press release. The initiative marks a key step in adopting electric mobility for long-haul transportation and reducing the environmental impact of its logistics operations.
The company has deployed over 70 EVs across key transportation routes connecting Sirohi with its Kalol Grinding Unit, Palanpur Unit, and Surat Grinding Unit. To support these operations, JK Lakshmi Cement is collaborating with specialized EV logistics providers SwitchLabs and Billion E. Building on the current deployment, the company plans to expand its EV fleet to 120 vehicles by March 2027.
“At JK Lakshmi Cement, we are focused on integrating sustainable practices across our operations while ensuring long-term business efficiency. With a fleet of 70+ electric vehicles currently operating across our logistics network, we are making tangible progress in adopting cleaner transportation solutions. The transition to EV-based clinker dispatches on the Sirohi–Kalol route is an important milestone in this journey and reinforces our commitment to scaling sustainable logistics as part of our broader decarbonisation strategy,” said Vinita Singhania, Chairperson and Managing Director, JK Lakshmi Cement.
The EV deployment program forms an integral part of the company’s sustainability roadmap and decarbonization strategy aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing emissions across its value chain. Through the adoption of cleaner transportation solutions and other sustainability-led initiatives, the company continues to advance its long-term ambition of achieving net-zero emissions by 2047.
Founded in 1982, JK Lakshmi Cement is part of the JK Organisation and operates integrated cement plants in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, alongside grinding units in Gujarat, Haryana, and Odisha. The company currently has an annual combined capacity of approximately 18 million tonnes, with plans to expand its cement capacity to 30 million tonnes by 2030.
