JK Lakshmi Cement has been declared the preferred bidder for the Chhipta Limestone Block in Madhya Pradesh. The update was disclosed to stock exchanges on April 3, 2026, after the company participated in an e-auction conducted by the state government.
The status indicates that the company has emerged as the highest-ranked bidder in the auction for the proposed mining lease.
The Chhipta Limestone Block is located in Madhya Pradesh. Limestone is a key raw material used in cement manufacturing, making access to such reserves relevant for production planning.
The e-auction was conducted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh as part of the process for allocation of mining leases through competitive bidding.
Being declared a preferred bidder does not amount to final allocation. The mining lease will be granted after completion of procedural requirements, documentation and approvals under applicable rules.
These steps typically include verification, execution of agreements, and compliance with conditions set by the authorities.
The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The communication was signed by Amit Chaurasia, Company Secretary of JK Lakshmi Cement. The company stated that it had participated in the e-auction and had been declared the preferred bidder for the mining lease of the block.
The filing was addressed to both exchanges and submitted through official channels.
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As of April 6, 2026, 9:24 am, JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd share price was trading at ₹585.35, down 0.48% from the previous closing price.
The development shows progress in the bidding process for the limestone block. Final rights over the block will depend on completion of formalities and receipt of approvals from the concerned authorities.
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Published on: Apr 6, 2026, 10:38 AM IST
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