Shekar Kumar Agrawal / Executive Director
Palpa Cement
2024 presented its fair share of challenges, particularly with a low demand and a sluggish market in Nepal. However, it also pushed us to innovate and adapt. We explored new sales channels and enhanced our distribution network, ensuring our products reached the right markets efficiently.
On the production front, we invested in significant upgrades to our plant, making it more efficient and better equipped to tackle external challenges head-on. One of our proudest achievements was drastically expanding our export market to India. As Palpa Cement, we recorded the highest exports to India in the Nepali cement sector.
Being the only Nepali company supplying to a prestigious firm like L&T for their projects in Nepal was a significant milestone for Palpa Cement.
Additionally, we adopted sustainable practices, focusing on reducing wastage and inefficiencies at the plant, furthering our commitment to both efficiency and the environment.
As Palpa Cement, we recorded the highest exports to India in the Nepali cement sector.
In 2024, we also restructured our organization, creating a leaner company structure with a flatter hierarchy. This decentralized approach has given our employees more freedom to enhance their roles, contributing fresh ideas and additional benefits to Palpa Cement’s growth and innovation.
As we look ahead, 2025 is set to be a year of higher aspirations and focused execution. We aim to boost production and performance at the plant while integrating alternate fuel resources to reduce energy costs and environmental impact. Our focus will remain on minimizing wastage and maximizing sustainability.
On the sales front, we plan to expand our footprint further in both Nepal and India, strengthening our brand and establishing deeper market penetration. Strategic partnerships will play a vital role in enhancing synergies and unlocking new opportunities. India’s market will continue to be a key focus, and we are determined to build on the momentum gained last year.
2025 is shaping up to be a year of growth, innovation, and strategic expansion as we solidify our position in the industry and contribute meaningfully to the cement sector.
