New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- Cement is fundamental to infrastructure development and plays a crucial role in a country's economic progress, with its demand closely linked to the growth of the nation.

In India, this demand is driven by government investment in infrastructure projects like roads, railways, and housing. The real estate sector, a major consumer of cement, further supports this demand.

India is the second-largest cement producer in the world, contributing 8% of the global installed capacity, second only to China. Despite this scale, cement remains one of the most affordable commodities, priced at just Rs.5-7 per kilogram.

Moreover, India's per capita cement consumption stands at 250 kg, significantly lower than the global average ...