Gotan, December, 2024.
JK White Cement, pioneer and leader in the White Cement industry, proudly celebrates 40 years of unparalleled innovation, commitment to sustainability, and community empowerment. This milestone reflects the company’s evolution from a single manufacturing plant to becoming a global leader, expanding the reach of its world-class products to37 countries.
The two-day event in Gotan was a testament to JK White Cement’s unwavering commitment to progress and community development. The event saw the presence of the Management of JK Cement Ltd. and members of the Singhania family- Dr.Nidhipati Singhania, Vice-Chairman; Dr.Raghavpat Singhania, MD and Mr. Madhavkrishna Singhania, Jt. MD & CEO, who expressed their gratitude to all stakeholders for their contributions to the company’s success.The event also brought together over 2,700 guests across India, including employees, families, and dignitaries. The celebrations showcased JK White Cement’s dedication to sustainability and community engagement, beginning with planting 400 trees and installing infrastructure for clean drinking water and medical health camps to the local populace. Guests were treated to cultural performances by students from the LalaKamlapat Singhania Education Centre (LKSEC), a captivating drone show, and a concert by renowned singer Shaan.
The 40 year journey of JK White Cement has been truly unique and has created a transformative impact not only in the building materials industry, but also on the local community of Gotan. On the business side, we have seen significant capacity expansion, building of enduring consumer brands, expansion of our product portfolio to include tile adhesives & grouts, construction chemicals, decorative paints etc. accelerating our transformation towards becoming a holistic home-improvement and beautification solution provider. The destinies of JK White Cement Works and the people of Gotan are intrinsically intertwined, a bond that has been strengthend with time and has led to the flourishment to the entire socio-economic ecosystem said Mr Nitish Chopra, Business Head [Paints & White cement business]
JK White Cement’s journey began in 1984 under the visionary leadership of Shri Yadupati Singhania Ji, who transformed the barren landscape of Gotan into a thriving industrial hub. Establishing the LalaKamlapat Singhania Education Centre (LKSEC) and other CSR initiatives has furthered the development of Gotan, turning it into a progressive township.
From commissioning India’s first white cement plant using a dry process to its recent foray into Tanzania, JK White Cement’s journey has been marked by pioneering achievements:
- 1984: Commissioning of JK White Cement Works in Gotan—India’s first dry-process white cement plant.
- 2002: Establishment of the flagship wall putty plant in Gotan.
- 2014: Expansion into international markets with the Fujairah plant in UAE.
- 2016 : Commissioning of JK White Cement, Katni – State-of-the-art Wall Putty plant
- 2024: White cement production begins in Tanzania, cementing its global footprint.
Looking ahead, JK White Cement is dedicated to expanding its global footprint and introducing advanced, eco-friendly building solutions to meet evolving customer needs. The company is investing in cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and contribute to a sustainable future. The production capacity at its advanced Gotan and Katni plants has increased significantly from 1.2 MnTPA to 3.05 MnTPA, reflecting its commitment to meeting growing demand. Moving forward, plans include scaling up operations in emerging markets, strengthening R&D capabilities, and driving innovation in home-building and infrastructure solutions
Under the leadership of Dr.Raghavpat Singhania, MD and Mr. Madhavkrishna Singhania, Jt. MD& CEO, JK Cement continues to lead the industry by prioritizing sustainability, customer-centric solutions, and a future-ready approach.
