JK Cement, GMDC in Pact for High-Quality Limestone Reserves in Gujarat

New Delhi, January 30, 2025: JK Cement Ltd. has announced its successful bid for 250 million tonnes (MnT) of high-quality limestone reserves for the next 40 years in Lakhpat Punrajpur, Kutch, Gujarat, with the Request for Proposal floated by Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (GMDC). This marks a strategic milestone for JKCement and further strengthens its growth trajectory and operational footprint in Gujarat.

Speaking on the development, Amit Kothari, Group President – Group Strategy & New Business Development, JK Cement Ltd., said “The successful bid for the Lakhpat limestone block underscores our commitment to driving growth and operational excellence in Gujarat. This strategic partnership not only strengthens our resource base but also highlights our focus on ensuring a steady supply of premium raw materials for high-quality cement production. Moreover, this milestone aligns with our vision of sustainable development, enabling us to contribute meaningfully to Gujarat’s industrial ecosystem and economic growth.”

The strategic partnership of limestone block positions JKCement for long-term resource security. The reserves guarantees a steady supply of high-quality limestone, that will enable JKCement for consolidating its presence in the West market in the near future.