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WORLD OF CONCRETE
EVENT FOCUS a national level, the construction market holds a pivotal position initiatives, such as the construction of 5 lakh Indiramma houses

within three and a half years, are transforming urban living.
in India’s economy, contributing approximately 8% to the GDP,
Alongside rapid development, the adoption of eco-friendly
while the rising population is driving increasing demand for
construction practices is gaining traction, offering sustainable
residential and commercial spaces. Together, these factors are
solutions to challenges like climate change, urbanisation,
strengthening continuous innovation in construction techniques
and materials across the country.”
Speaking on the press gathering in Ahmedabad for WOC 2025,
as a leader in modern, resilient infrastructure.
Vijay K Kosaraju,Founder and Managing Director, ROBOMATIC
Rajneesh Khattar, Sr. Group Director, Informa Markets in India pollution, and rising carbon emissions, and positioning South India
said, “India is taking giant strides towards realising its’ full potential Precon Pvt Ltd, said “Concrete, being the second most used
in construction sector and emerging as a Global Superpower in material on the planet after water, plays a defining role in India’s
building infrastructure that’s resilient, inclusive and sustainable. It’s infrastructure growth. The precast concrete market, valued at
India’s time to dream audaciously and am happy to share that $6.1 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $11.2 billion by 2030,
our World of Concrete India Expo 2025 is in perfect synchronisation with India already nearing the $9 billion mark in 2025. With
with it. Let us welcome the future today and make the best of our nearly 700–900 million square meters of built-up space added
times.” annually—equivalent to constructing a city the size of Chicago
each year—innovations such as precast wall technologies are
enabling projects to be completed up to seven times faster while
ensuring superior sound and water absorption performance. These BASEMENTS
solutions address critical challenges like rising labour shortages,
productivity, and safety, while supporting sustainability goals. CONCRETE
Going forward, policy reforms and tax incentives to encourage
green construction technologies will be essential for scaling
adoption and reducing the sector’s overall carbon footprint.”
Rohit Vora, CEO, Jindal Panther Cement, said “The cement
industry is witnessing a significant transformation, with sustainability
and innovation at its core. Jindal Panther Cement, as a late
entrant, has leveraged the best available technologies to set
new benchmarks in efficiency and eco-consciousness. Currently
operating at 3 million tons with plans to scale to 10 million tons in
the next three years, our carbon footprint stands at nearly 300 kg
Hyderabad hosts exclusive WOC India 2025 Roundtable, per ton of cement substantially lower than the industry average
Spotlighting Cement Industry Growth and Future-Ready of 500 kg. With an AI-driven plant, integration of EVs across mining
Infrastructure Solutions and transportation, and the introduction of advanced products WHEN EXTERNAL WATERPROOFING JUST ISN’T ENOUGH FOR YOUR
Informa Markets convened an exclusive media roundtable such as high glass content ground slag for enhanced concrete UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES, TANKS & WET AREAS
at the Hyatt Palace, Hyderabad, setting the stage for the 11th durability, we aim to redefine responsible growth and contribute YOU’LL NEED A GREAT INTEGRAL WATERPROOFING ADMIXTURE
edition of World of Concrete India 2025. The discussion featured to a greener construction ecosystem.”
eminent industry leaders, including Rohit Vora, CEO, Jindal Panther Nivedha R, Founder and CEO, WOW Material, said “The
Cement; Dr. Er. Ar. S. P. Anchuri, Consultant/Architect; Somnath construction sector has long relied on shuttering plywood, with SS - ConProof CR
Ghosh, Vice President, CEAI; Nivedha R, Founder and CEO, WOW nearly 120 million boards sold annually in India. By introducing High Performance, Crystalline, Hydrophobic and Pore Blocking, Integral Waterproofing Additive
Material; Pranav Desai, Chief of Innovation & R&D, Birla Nu; Vijay K recycled plastic shuttering boards, we are addressing two major for Concretes & Mortars
Kosaraju, Founder and Managing Director, ROBOMATIC Precon Pvt challenges—diverting non-recyclable plastics from landfills and
Ltd and Rajneesh Khattar, Senior Group Director, Informa Markets reducing the need for deforestation. These boards offer 8–10 times WHY SS - CONPROOF CR?
in India. Industry experts shared insights on market opportunities, more usage cycles compared to conventional plywood, are fully WHY USE A CRYSTALLINE ADMIXTURE?
sustainable practices, and innovative technologies that are waterproof, and provide better concrete finishes, making them ๏ Easy To Handle, Mix And Disperse
shaping the future of South India’s infrastructure and construction both cost-effective and sustainable. With India generating an ๏ Crystalline Action To Densify And Waterproof Concrete ๏ Secondary Protection for Underground
landscape. abundance of plastic waste, such innovations not only create ๏ Improves Workability And Compaction Structures
The southern region of India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, grassroots awareness but also offer a scalable solution for a ๏ Does Not Affect Setting Time, Or Compressive Strength ๏ Helps Densify Concrete and Seal Microcracks
and Telangana, is witnessing a rapid surge in construction greener and more efficient construction ecosystem. However, ๏ Only Enhances Watertightness Of Concrete ๏ Permanent Part of Concrete / Waterproofing
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activity, driven by thriving IT hubs, robust startup ecosystems, and supportive policies, rationalized GST rates, and government- ๏ Tested Upto 16 Bar Pressure ๏ Protects Concrete from Aggressive Influences
expanding urban infrastructure. Hyderabad, a key economic and backed incentives will be crucial for accelerating adoption across
technological center, now boasts over 200 high-rise buildings, with the industry, similar to the push witnessed in solar energy and SCAN TO
another 250 towers exceeding 100 meters under construction, electric mobility.” WATERPROOFING PROBLEMS? CONTACT US NOW TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US
reflecting the city’s growing demand for commercial and The 11th edition of the World of Concrete India (WoCI) exhibition, info@ssbuildchem.com | www.ssbuildchem.com
residential spaces. Telangana’s construction sector recorded an scheduled for 8-10 October 2025 at BEC, is set to unite industry
impressive 11.97% growth in 2024–25, contributing over `80,000 experts and feature participation from over 250 exhibitors, ASSESS BUILD CHEM
crore to the state economy and accounting for nearly 25% of the showcasing the latest products, technologies, and innovations in PRIVATE LIMITED
services sector’s gross value. The state government’s ambitious the concrete industry.
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