Jaipur, July 10 -- Khyber Cement has been awarded the prestigious 5-star rating by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) under its Sustainable Development Framework (SDF), marking a major milestone in the company's commitment to responsible and scientific mining practices.

The 5-star rating - awarded only to mines scoring over 90% across all SDF parameters - recognizes excellence in scientific mining, environmental performance, health and safety, rehabilitation, welfare measures, and community engagement. This honour places Khyber Cement among the top 95 mines in India, out of more than 1,250 assessed nationwide.

The award ceremony was held at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur in the presence of Union Minister for Coal & Mines, G....