• Company signs addendums to extend eligibility under Project Naman to January 1, 2026 for Armed Forces and CRPF martyrs; addendums for BSF and Assam Rifles to follow soon

Shree Cement Limited, one of India’s leading cement manufacturers and among the country’s most sustainable cement companies, today announced the extension of its Project Naman initiative on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the families of personnel who have lost their lives in service of the nation.

As part of the extension, Shree Cement has signed addendums to its existing Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), Ministry of Defence, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs. The addendums extend the eligibility period under Project Naman, which now covers eligible personnel who lost their lives between January 1, 1999 and January 1, 2026, extending the earlier cut-off date of January 1, 2019 and allowing more families of eligible martyrs to benefit from the initiative.

The two addendums were signed at separate events, with Air Commodore V. P. Singh, Secretary, Kendriya Sainik Board, and Vishal Bhardwaj, Head – CSR, Shree Cement Limited, signing the KSB addendum, while Shri Vinay Kumar Singh, DIG (Welfare), CRPF, and Vishal Bhardwaj signed the CRPF addendum.

Project Naman was launched to provide practical and lasting support to the families of Armed Forces martyrs. Under the initiative, eligible Next of Kin of martyrs are provided cement free of cost for the construction of a new home.

Through its association with the Kendriya Sainik Board, the initiative covers eligible personnel from the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy, while its association with the CRPF covers eligible CRPF personnel. The extension to the revised eligibility period for the Border Security Force (BSF) and Assam Rifles is also being formalised, with the respective addendums expected to be executed in the coming days.

On the signing, Vishal Bhardwaj, CSR Head, Shree Cement Limited, said, “Behind every sacrifice made in service of the nation is a family that carries that loss every day. While we sincerely hope that no family ever has to endure such a loss, Project Naman is our humble way of expressing our gratitude and standing firmly with the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. We remain committed to extending this support to the families of our martyrs and honouring the legacy of their loved ones.”

Project Naman is part of Shree Cement’s broader CSR efforts focused on creating meaningful impact across communities. The company’s CSR initiatives span healthcare, education, water and community development, with a focus on addressing needs at the grassroots.

Through Project Naman, Shree Cement continues to support the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the country, helping them build a secure and permanent home while honouring the legacy of their loved ones.

Shree Cement Limited

One of the leading cement groups in India, Shree Cement Limited (‘SCL’) (BSE: 500387/ NSE: SHREECEM) is known for its industry leading green credentials, cutting edge innovative practices and cost leadership. It follows ‘highest standards of Corporate Governance and has a long history of enjoying stakeholders’ trust. Shree Cement is known for its high-quality products which are manufactured at advance manufacturing facilities across India and UAE. It is determined to deliver the most sustainable building material solutions to its consumers.