Newsmakers - Adani cement
Industrial Boost For Central India
Priti Saldanha
Adani Cement has announced a INR 1,059-crore grinding unit in Guna, aimed at boosting infrastructure growth and regional employment.
Adani Cement marked the groundbreaking of a 4 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) cement grinding unit in Guna, led by Dr Mohan Yadav, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, in the presence of Jyotiraditya M Scindia, Hon’ble Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and Pranav Adani, Managing Director, Agro, Oil and Gas, Adani Group.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Adani said, “This is not merely an investment in a cement plant. It is an investment in the future of Madhya Pradesh and in the people of this region. Our focus is on creating employment opportunities, supporting local businesses, and ensuring that development reaches the grassroots. We remain committed to partnering the state’s growth journey and contributing to nation-building. This project is a step towards building a stronger, more self-reliant regional economy.”
The project, with an investment of INR 1,059 crore, will be developed in two phases, with the first 2 MTPA targeted for commissioning by FY28. Spread across 32 hectares allotted by MPIDC, it is set to become the largest investment in Guna, reinforcing the region’s growing industrial significance.
Key Highlights
INR 1,059 crore
Total project investment
4 MTPA
Total planned capacity of Guna grinding unit
2 MTPA
Phase 1 capacity, targeted to be commissioned by FY28
32 Hectares
Land area allocated by MPIDC
1,500 Jobs
Direct and indirect employment generation
The Guna market already reflects demand of 2 million tonnes, expected to rise to 2.9 million tonnes by FY30, driven by accelerating infrastructure, housing and industrial development across central India. Strategically located, the unit will enhance cement availability and improve supply efficiency across Madhya Pradesh and adjoining markets.
Aligned with the PM GatiShakti vision, the facility will be supported by integrated, multimodal logistics, including rail connectivity and Adani Cement’s network, enabling faster turnaround and seamless movement of materials.
The project is expected to generate around 1,500 direct and indirect employment opportunities, with a strong focus on local hiring and skill development. It will also drive regional economic activity through ancillary industries and long-term CSR initiatives across education, healthcare and livelihoods.
The Guna unit further strengthens Adani Cement’s expanding footprint, supporting the infrastructure-led growth of Madhya Pradesh and central India.