New Delhi: Jindal Limited, a flagship company of the ₹18,000 crore BC Jindal Group and one of India’s leading downstream steel product manufacturers, has commenced commissioning of its ₹1,500 crore downstream steel capacity expansion at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Howrah, West Bengal. The commissioning of the new cold rolling complex marks a major milestone in the company’s strategic growth plan.
The expansion adds 0.6 million metric tonnes (MT) of downstream steel capacity, representing a 60% increase over the company’s existing 1 million MT annual capacity. This significant boost is expected to drive substantial growth in sales revenue in the coming years, reinforcing Jindal (India) Limited’s position as a key player in India’s steel sector.
The new production lines are equipped with advanced machinery supplied by global leaders such as John Cockerill and Esmech Equipment (SMS Group). These lines will enhance the company’s capabilities in coated flat products, crash barriers, and pipe manufacturing — particularly hollow section pipes used extensively in construction and infrastructure projects.
A company spokesperson stated, “The strategic expansion aligns with our mission to contribute to the government’s infrastructure development goals. It will further help us to drive growth in FY26, expand our geographical footprint and enhance our capabilities to manufacture premium downstream steel products. This move underscores Jindal (India) Limited’s commitment to innovation and long-term growth.”
The expansion also broadens the company’s product portfolio to serve emerging segments such as solar energy and home appliances. Post-expansion, the coated flat product capacity will rise by 60%, pipe product capacity by 40%, and crash barrier production by 75%.
Jindal (India) Limited has long dominated the colour-coated sheets market in Eastern India with strong brands like Jindal Sabrang and Jindal NeuColour+. Currently, 70% of its total production consists of coated flat steel products, which remain central to its growth strategy. The company’s advanced facilities in West Bengal offer cutting-edge technologies in color coating, galvanizing, and galvalume.
While the eastern region continues to be the company’s strongest revenue contributor, Jindal (India) Limited has adopted a pan-India strategy. South India follows closely, and the company is now expanding into North and West India. These regions currently contribute 20% of revenue, with a target to reach 30% in the near future, driven by rapid infrastructure development and industrial growth.
“As a national player, we are dedicated to solidifying our foothold in existing markets while expanding into these key regions vital for growth,” the spokesperson added.
In a parallel development, Jindal India Steel Tech Limited (JISTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Jindal (India) Limited, has received a Letter of Approval (LoA) to set up a greenfield steel manufacturing plant in Dhenkanal, Odisha. The company plans to invest ₹15,000 crore in Odisha across three phases by 2030, with the first phase involving ₹3,600 crore.
Founded in 1952, Jindal (India) Limited is one of the oldest players in the downstream steel industry. The company operates across three major divisions — sheets, pipes, and aluminum foil — and continues to innovate with both established and new coating technologies. As part of the BC Jindal Group, the company benefits from a diversified business portfolio that includes packaging films, energy, and steel products.
With this expansion, Jindal (India) Limited reinforces its commitment to supporting India’s infrastructure ambitions and delivering high-quality steel solutions for a rapidly evolving market.
