Bengaluru: In a landmark initiative to boost industrial expansion and job creation, the Department of Commerce & Industries, Government of Chhattisgarh, has extended a formal invitation to BEML Ltd. to establish a world-class mining equipment manufacturing facility in the state. The proposed plant is expected to cater to the rising demand in the mining and infrastructure sectors by manufacturing high-performance dump trucks, water sprinklers, and motor graders.
The invitation was officially extended by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, to Shri Shantanu Roy, Chairman & Managing Director of BEML Ltd., at the prestigious Investor Connect event held in Bangalore. Accompanying Shri Roy at the event were BEML’s Functional Directors—Shri Anil Jerath, Director-Finance, Shri Sanjay Som, Director – Mining & Construction and Defence, and Shri Debi Prasad Satpathy, Director-Human Resources. The event also saw participation from key government ministers and senior officials, reinforcing the state’s commitment to attracting significant industrial investments.
Chhattisgarh has rapidly emerged as a prime destination for industrial investments, owing to its pro-business policies, abundant natural resources, and investor-friendly ecosystem. With streamlined single-window clearances, zero-paper processing, and a robust ease-of-doing-business framework, the state ensures a seamless execution process for new investments.
For BEML Ltd., a global leader in mining and construction equipment manufacturing, this expansion aligns strategically with its vision to enhance its footprint in India’s growing infrastructure sector. The company is continuously advancing its product portfolio, introducing high-capacity motor graders, tyre handlers, and loaders to reinforce its leadership in the high-capacity mining segment.
Chhattisgarh’s vast mineral reserves and rich geological landscape present a significant opportunity for the deployment of cutting-edge mining technology. The collaboration between BEML Ltd. and the state government is expected to drive innovation in productivity, safety, and environmental sustainability, furthering India’s vision for Green and Sustainable Mining. With its expertise in mechanization and commitment to technological advancements, BEML aims to contribute towards building a resilient and future-ready mining ecosystem in Chhattisgarh.
This strategic move is set to strengthen the industrial fabric of Chhattisgarh, creating employment opportunities and fostering economic growth while reinforcing India’s standing as a global hub for mining and construction equipment manufacturing.
