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JSW Cement sets up first North India plant, boosts capacityJSW Cement has opened a new cement plant in Nagaur, Rajasthan, with 2.5 MTPA grinding and 3.3 MTPA clinkerisation capacity. Shares fell 3.24% to ₹114.84 on the NSE.By Srabastee Biswas  March 19, 2026, 9:14:48 PM IST (Published)1 Min ReadJSW Cement Limited has announced the commissioning of its greenfield integrated cement plant in Nagaur, Rajasthan, marking a key expansion in its manufacturing footprint.

The newly commissioned facility has a cement grinding capacity of 2.5 MTPA and a clinkerisation capacity of 3.3 MTPA, the company said in a regulatory filing. This development represents JSW Cement’s first production unit in North India.

With the addition of the Rajasthan plant, the company’s total grinding capacity has increased to 24.1 MTPA. Meanwhile, its total clinker manufacturing capacity, including capacity at its joint venture, stands at 9.74 MTPA.

The commissioning of the plant has been undertaken in line with the company’s expansion strategy, strengthening its presence in new regional markets and enhancing overall production capabilities.

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Shares of JSW Cement declined on the National Stock Exchange following the announcement. The stock closed at ₹114.84, down ₹3.84 or 3.24%, compared with the previous close of ₹118.68, while it was last seen at ₹115.25, down ₹3.43 or 2.89%.Continue ReadingTagsJSW Cement