A conceptual understanding of cement in India

Cement has come a long way from being the grey powder sold in plastic bags. Today they have become a brand. Cement is an essential component of infrastructure development and most important input of construction industry, particularly in the government's infrastructure and housing programs, which are necessary for the country's socio-economic growth and development. It is also the second most consumed material on the planet. About 2.5 billion tonnes of cement is produced every year, which amounts to almost 0.3 tonnes for every person on the planet. The industry employs about 850, 000 workers in facilities in 150 countries. It has an estimated annual turnover of $87 billion and has grown by nearly 4 percent a year over the past decade. Through this conceptual paper we are trying to understand the various concepts related to cement industry in India in general. The present paper is secondary one.