- Cement Manufacturers’ Association (CMA), the apex body of India’s large cement manufacturers, unanimously elected Neeraj Akhoury, managing director of Shree Cement, as President and Parth Jindal, managing director of JSW Cement as vice president.
- Akhoury takes over from K C Jhanwar, Managing Director of UltraTech Cement Limited.
Cement Manufacturers’ Association (CMA)
- The Cement Manufacturers’ Association (CMA) is the apex body of large cement plants in India, representing almost 90% of the total installed cement capacity.
- CMA was established in 1946 with the objective of promoting the growth and development of the Indian cement industry.
CMA works to achieve its objectives through a variety of activities, including
- Policy research and analysis: The CMA undertakes policy research and analysis to identify and address the challenges facing the Indian cement industry.
- Government relations: The CMA engages with the government to represent the interests of the Indian cement industry and to influence policy decisions.
- Industry standards: The CMA develops and promotes industry standards for cement and cement products.
- Training and education: The CMA provides training and education programs to its members and to the wider cement industry.