What we do Sri Chakra Cement Ltd manufactures OPC and PPC grade cement and operates captive solar power plants, serving the southern Indian market with a focus on quality and sustainability. |
Founded in 1,981 |
Market share Known brand in Southern India, competing amid large cement majors with a strategic focus on quality and cost efficiency. |
Problem solved Provides reliable, high-quality cement for infrastructure, housing, and commercial construction, addressing regional demand and sustainable energy usage through solar power. |
Top clients or who we serve Clients include construction companies, infrastructure projects, housing sector mainly in southern states of India; B2B focus with regional outreach. |
Key management - |
Our journey and innovations Established in 1981, renamed twice, initiated a solar power plant in 2016 to reduce costs and emissions, enhancing sustainable production capacities. |
Where we operate Primarily Southern Indian states including Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, and Kerala. |
Top products or what we offer OPC 53/43 grade cement, PPC grade cement, and captive solar power generation to support plant operations. |
Top brands Sri Chakra Cement - popular regional brand with a strong quality and service commitment. |
Raw materials needed Limestone, coal, minerals essential for cement production; power mainly reduced by use of solar energy. |
Raw materials supplier - |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is cyclical, influenced by construction sector trends and government infrastructure spending. |
Our industry position Mid-sized player with regional strength in Southern India, facing intense competition from larger national cement producers. |
Financial highlights Revenue Rs 109.3 Cr with net loss Rs -56.8 Cr in FY 2024-25; impacted by high competition and capacity additions. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue largely from Southern Indian states including Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, and Kerala. |
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Whats driving growth Infrastructure investments, rural housing demand, and sustainability initiatives are key growth catalysts. |
Our future plans Expand solar power capacity further and improve cost efficiency to regain profitability. |
Our green promise Committed to sustainability via captive 5 MW solar power plant reducing carbon footprint and energy costs. |
Our people and values Focus on talent development, employee engagement, and maintaining harmonious industrial relations. |
Key challenges ahead High competition, volatile raw material prices, regulatory compliance, and market demand fluctuations. |
Interesting facts One of the few cement companies in India with a dedicated captive solar power plant supporting operations. |
Risks and strategy Risks include input cost inflation and market demand cycles; strategy focuses on cost reduction and sustainability investments. |
