SICMA assures govt of making cement available at reasonable price point

The 25-member body also said it is closely working with Tamil Nadu govt in making cement available at concessional price to the weaker sections of the society

South Indian Cement Manufacturers’ Association (SICMA) on Saturday said that based on the appeal made by the Ministry of Industries, it has assured the public at large that during the ongoing pandemic the association will ensure that cement is available at a reasonable price point.

The 25-member body SICMA also said it is closely working with Tamil Nadu government in making cement available at concessional price to the weaker sections of the society.

Currently, the domestic cement industry is going through challenging times amid the ongoing second COVID-19 wave, operating only at 30-40 percent capacity utilization.

The second wave of Covid-19 has adversely