UltraTech Cement Share Price in Focus; Crosses 200 MTPA Capacity, Targets 240 MTPA

UltraTech Cement, the flagship cement business of the Aditya Birla Group, has achieved a major scale milestone in its manufacturing capacity, reinforcing its leadership in the global cement industry. 

Capacity Expansion and Global Positioning 

The company has surpassed 200 million tonnes per annum of installed cement capacity in India, supported by the commissioning of three new grinding units with a combined capacity of 8.7 MTPA. With this, UltraTech is set to become the largest cement producer globally outside China. 

The newly operational units are located in Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh, Patratu in Jharkhand and Vizag in Andhra Pradesh. These locations have been selected to strengthen supply across key regions, including North India’s construction corridor, Jharkhand’s industrial belt and the coastal growth zones of Andhra Pradesh. 

Following these additions, UltraTech’s domestic capacity stands at 200.1 MTPA, while its global capacity has reached 205.5 MTPA, including 5.4 MTPA from overseas operations in the UAE, Bahrain and Sri Lanka. 

Growth Trajectory and Future Expansion Plans 

The company’s expansion pace reflects a sharp acceleration in recent years. While it took 36 years to achieve the first 100 MTPA milestone in 2019, the next 100 MTPA has been added in less than 7 years. 

Looking ahead, UltraTech is progressing towards a capacity target of over 240 MTPA. This next phase of expansion is backed by a capital expenditure programme exceeding ₹16,000 crore, with projects already underway. 

Leadership Commentary and Strategic Direction 

Commenting on the milestone, Kumar Mangalam Birla said the achievement reflects the vision of strengthening India’s manufacturing capabilities and global competitiveness. He linked the company’s progress to the broader national push for infrastructure development and highlighted that the milestone represents India’s growing confidence in scale, execution and ambition. He added that the company is well positioned to contribute to long-term infrastructure growth. 

K C Jhanwar noted that capacity expansion has been driven by a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, helping build a nationwide manufacturing footprint. He acknowledged the role of customers, suppliers, employees and communities in achieving this milestone. 

Infrastructure Contribution and Sustainability Focus 

UltraTech plays a significant role in India’s infrastructure ecosystem. Its cement is used in one out of every three homes in the country, two out of every five kilometres of concrete roads built by NHAI and four out of five kilometres of metro rail projects. 

The company has contributed to major projects such as the New Parliament Building under Central Vista, Mumbai Coastal Road, Dwarka Expressway, Navi Mumbai International Airport, Sonamarg Tunnel and the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor. 

Alongside scale expansion, UltraTech is focusing on sustainability initiatives. These include reducing carbon emissions per tonne of cement, increasing the use of alternative fuels and raw materials, and integrating environmentally responsible construction practices across its operations. The company maintains that growth and sustainability are complementary priorities aimed at long-term value creation. 

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UltraTech Cement Share Price Performance  

As of 17 April 2026, at 3:30 PM, UltraTech Cement Ltd share price closed at ₹11,867 per share, reflecting a gain of 0.37% from the previous closing price.  

Conclusion 

UltraTech Cement’s expansion beyond 200 MTPA marks a significant milestone in its growth journey, combining scale, infrastructure participation and sustainability as it advances towards its next capacity target of over 240 MTPA. 

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