GROWING PROFITABLY

SESSION DETAILS

REGISTRATION

Inauguration of the EXPO – Ribbon Cutting

Lamp Lighting

Welcome Note – Pratap Padode, Founder, FIRST Construction Council

Guest of Honour

Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Special Chief Secretary for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (ITE&C) and Industries & Commerce Departments, Government of Telangana

Guest of Honour

Dr. G Malsur, Director, Industries, Commerce & Export Promotion, Government of Telangana

Keynote Address

Indian Cement Industry- The Dual Challenge of Climate Change and Capacity Overhang

- Sumit Banerjee, Director, JSW Cement and Former MD, ACC Limited

PANEL DISCUSSION 1 - Impact of Consolidation and Strategic Realignment in the Cement Industry

As India’s cement sector accelerates, major players are restructuring through acquisitions and expansions to strengthen market positions and optimize resources. This session will explore how recent deals are reshaping the industry landscape, focusing on growth potential and operational integration amid evolving economic conditions and sustainability goals.

SESSION KEYNOTE :

Points of Discussion :

• Recent Mergers and Market Influence
• Importance of having right strategies for HR, SCM & logistics, Marketing, etc during M&As
• Global trends in M&As and lessons for India
• Scale and Operational Optimisation
• Impact of Consolidation on the market

Moderator:

• Ravleen Sethi, Director & Rating Head - Corporate Ratings, CareEdge Ratings

Speakers:

• Vijay Agrawal, Managing Director, Equirus Capital
• Lalit Raj Meena, President, Indian Institute of Material Management (IIMM)
• Vinayak Vipul, Parthenon Partner - Energy practice, EY
• Jagdeep Verma, Head-Business Consulting & Corporate Development, Holtec Consulting

Session Q&A

Powering Cement Decarbonization through People, Partnerships and Innovation

Baisakhy Dash, Sector Marketing Manager, Shell India

Innovations in Building Materials and Technology

– Dr. Lufti Ay, Co-Founder, Concrete Matrix Private Limited

PANEL DISCUSSION 2 - Technologies for Driving Efficiency

This panel will explore how emerging technologies are advancing efficiency & productivity in the cement industry, with a focus on automation, digitalization, and innovative equipment solutions. Experts will share real-world insights on AI-driven efficiency, robotics, 3D Printing, and drones that are transforming the industry.

Points of Discussion :

• Right strategies for automation & digitalisation
• How convergence of OT and IT is streamlining workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, improving safety, etc
• Path towards Industry 4.0 and technologies for predictive maintenance & optimum utilisation of assets
• Skilling to make workforce future ready
• Applications of AI/ML, drones, and 3D printing in cement manufacturing
• Insights from tech solution providers and manufacturing experts

Moderator:

• Sudeshna Banerjee, MD, PS Digitech-HR (India) Pvt Ltd.

Speakers:

• Ashwani Pahuja, Chairman & Managing Director, NextCem Consulting
• Kolluru Subramaniam, Professor, IIT Hyderabad
• Raji Reddy, Director Finance & CTTI, National Academy of Construction
• Dr.Sriharsha Reddy, Director, IMT Hyderabad

Session Q&A

Unlocking India's construction potential with AI-driven project intelligence for strategic, real-time business insights and sales planning

Tanveer Padode, Chief Information Officer, Asapp Info Global Group

LUNCH & NETWORKING

Applications of Vision AI in Cement Manufacturing –

Abhijit Kumar, AVP Sales India, RIPIK AI; Yogesh Bhatt, Digital Head - Birla White, Ultratech

DECADE OF INDIA: Exclusive First Look at the Landmark Video Series

Simone Dubash, Business Head - Digital & Videos, Asapp Info Global Group

PANEL DISCUSSION 3 - Decarbonization Strategies for Progress

The cement sector is a major carbon emitter. This session can delve deeper into specific decarbonisation pathways, government targets (like India’s 2070 net-zero goal), and how companies can align with these objectives. The session will discuss measures to be taken for energy efficiency, waste reduction & recycling, using low-carbon materials, and renewable energy integration that are advancing the industry’s green agenda.

SESSION KEYNOTE :

Points of Discussion :

• Decarbonisation initiatives across the value chain – from manufacturing to packaging to distribution
• Why innovation is imperative for sustainability
• Advancements in Green Cement and Low-Carbon Alternatives
• Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)
• Circular Economy Initiatives – Waste Recycling
• Making Supply Chain & Logistics Green (including use of EVs, etc)
• Challenges and Opportunities in Scaling Sustainable Practices

Moderator:

• Kaustubh Phadke, India Head, Global Cement & Concrete Association

Speakers:

• Manoj Rustogi, Chief Sustainability Officer, JSW Cement
• Ulhas Parlikar, Global Consultant (Strategies for waste management, circular economy, policy advocacy, AFRs,)
• KN Rao, Corporate Head EHS, AFR Energy Sustainability, My Home Industries
• Madhav Reddy, DGM - Environment, Heidelberg Cement.

Session Q&A

Latest technologies in power conversion to improve reliability & efficiency to achieve Decarbonization

Gopal Kanani, Head Business Development,Danfoss Industries Pvt Ltd.

End of DAY 1