Guwahati, May 9: Leading cement manufacturer Dalmia Cement has signed an MoU with the Assam government for an investment close to Rs 4,600 crore for expanding its existing businesses in the state and support employment generation through 2500 job opportunities.
The company aims to promote industrial activity in the state with the support of the government and to be a committed partner in the overall development of the region. The agreement was signed in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Mahendra Singhi, Managing Director and CEO, Dalmia Cement, along with other government officials and dignitaries.
Commenting on the occasion, Singhi said, “I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for the diligent efforts made by the entire state and its government in bringing about industrial development and fostering partnerships which are creating millions of livelihood opportunities for the people of Assam. Our experience in working in the state has been wonderful in terms of the support and cooperation from all the government bodies, the larger communities, and all the people of Assam.”
“The Northeast region has showcased a very forward-learning mindset, being one of the fastest adaptors of low-carbon cement i.e. blended cement. The penetration of Low Carbon Green Cement is in line with our vision of becoming Carbon Negative by 2040 and further intensifies our commitment towards the ‘Grey to Green’ movement,” he added.
