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𝐂𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐯𝐬. 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 — 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 India's cement industry is witnessing a massive consolidation, with Adani Group and UltraTech Cement racing to expand and dominate the market. As this battle intensifies, a new war is brewing - the war for talent. This war isn’t just about market share - it’s about securing the best talent to drive growth, innovation, operational efficiency and cost leadership. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫: As these companies s operations, the demand for top talent in engineering, operations, and leadership roles is intensifying. This consolidation in the sector has triggered a talent war, with both companies seeking to attract and retain the best minds in the business. 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬: 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱-𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞𝐬: Companies might start to tap into their alumni network to "boomerang" back talent, especially those with a proven track record. This strategic move will ring-fence talent from competitors while benefiting from their existing knowledge of the company culture and industry. 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: With such rapid expansion, employee retention is crucial. Investing in Learning & Development (L&D) programs to equip employees with the latest digital tools, sustainability expertise, and leadership skills will be essential to keep the workforce engaged and innovative. 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭: As both companies look to grow, attracting top-tier talent will be critical. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, skilled professionals will be in high demand. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞? This isn't just a race for production capacity - it's about talent capacity. Who can hire, retain, and develop the best minds will determine which company leads the cement industry in India for the next decade. #CementIndustry #AdaniVsUltraTech #TalentWar #CapacityRampUp #CementAcquisitions #LeadershipDevelopment #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #LearningandDevelopment #HiringStrategies #CementIndustry #BoomerangTalent #TalentManagement #EmployeeRetention #Hiring #SkillsDevelopment #UltraTech #Adani

With ₹71,800 crore plus investments so far, Telangana has surpassed last year’s record at the WEF Davos. • ₹45,500 crore investment from Sun Petro Chemicals, creating 7,000 jobs • ₹15,000 crore investment from Megha Engineering, creating 4,250 jobs • ₹10,000 crore investment from CtrlS, creating 3,600 jobs • ₹800 crore investment from JSW, creating 200 jobs • ₹500 crore investment from Skyroot Aerospace Unilever will set up two manufacturing units. HCL and Wipro expansions will create 5,000 jobs each. Telangana has secured significant investments from Indian companies.

BIT Sindri, the mother of Production Engineering in India and the pride of people of Bihar and Jharkhand is rising again keeping the vision of Vikshit Bharat in its action. India will grow when Bihar and Jharkhand will grow. Industry leader and innovators keep Bihar and Jharkhand in your mind when creating a pan-India strategy and no one understand Jharkhand and Bihar better than BIT Sindri students and alumni so please leverage that deep local knowledge.

Passion Meets Purpose: Vision Boards for Aspirations   At Advanced Materials-Aditya Birla Chemicals - Vilayat, we believe in empowering our female colleagues to dream big and achieve bigger. As part of our ERG (Employee Resource Group) initiatives, we recently organized a Vision Board Creation Workshop—an inspiring activity designed to help participants visualize their goals and align their aspirations with actionable plans.   This workshop was a reflection of our core values of Passion and Commitment. Passion to fuel bold dreams, and Commitment to turn those dreams into reality. The energy in the room was contagious, with every board showcasing unique stories of growth, resilience, and a shared vision for success.   Guided by the ethos of the Aditya Birla Group as a "Force for Good," this initiative aimed to create a nurturing environment where each individual’s aspirations are celebrated and supported. It’s not just about achieving personal milestones—it’s about building a future where every voice is heard and every dream is valued.   Because when we dare to dream, and commit to act, the possibilities are endless.  Aditya Birla Chemicals #Passion #Commitment #ForceForGood #VisionBoard #DiversityAndInclusion #Empowerment #AdvancedMaterials #AdityaBirlaGroup #CareerDevelopment #lifeatABG Rajesh Balakrishnan Shefali Kohli Premjeet Furtado Soni Mishra Renu Mathur Mamta Ganatra Naresh Satani Avinash Kumar Ghanshyam Vishwakarma Khyati Chauhan Kharak Bohra Jahanvi Lakhtariya Anil Sharma Kaizar Bandukwala Anjali ✨ Aishwarya Pendse

Strategic shifts at ONGC spark industry-wide transformation. As a corporate affairs veteran, I've witnessed countless organisational changes. But ONGC's recent move? It's a game-changer. Here's why it matters: 1. Specialised roles drive focus 2. Corporate strategy aligns with operations 3. McKinsey's influence shapes industry standards My takeaway? Adaptability is key in today's corporate landscape. Have you seen similar transformations in your industry? Share your experiences below. 👇 #CorporateStrategy #OrganisationalChange

🌟 Welcoming 2025 with Gratitude & Reflection 🌟 As we step into 2025, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to my incredible team, mentors, colleagues, and everyone who has supported me and the Raw Material & Fuel Vertical at UltraTech Cement, East Cluster. This year has been a journey of transformation, innovation, and growth. I am truly thankful to Aditya Birla Group for their trust and unwavering support, and to each of my seniors, mentors, colleagues, suppliers, and service providers who have played an instrumental role in establishing and strengthening this vertical. Your commitment and collaboration have been key to our success. A few highlights from our journey: Centralization of Raw Material Sourcing: Transitioning from unit-based sourcing to a Cluster-level approach has significantly improved efficiency, cost optimization, and material availability. This step has been a game-changer for us. Streamlining Procurement and Logistics: We’ve optimized sourcing strategies, ensuring that we have the best mix of materials and fuel to drive operational excellence across our plants. Building Strong Supplier Relationships: We’ve strengthened partnerships with key suppliers, fostering long-term relationships that benefit both our organization and the larger supply ecosystem. These milestones have not only delivered immense benefits to UltraTech Cement but have also provided invaluable learning experiences that I’ll carry forward. The challenges were many, but the sense of achievement and teamwork has been incredibly rewarding. Here's to an even more impactful 2025! I look forward to continuing our journey of innovation, collaboration, and success. Let’s keep pushing boundaries and achieving new heights together. 🚀 #NewYear2025 #Gratitude #Teamwork #Leadership #UltraTechCement #AdityaBirlaGroup #RawMaterialSourcing #ProcurementExcellence #Innovation #ContinuousImprovement

Adani port will replace Wipro and become the first adani group company to be a part of the barometer Sensex ! Now 1) Can one find , what happens after a company enters into an index on return basis 2) 1 month, 3 month, 6 month, 12 month etc.. 3) what happens to the company that exits an index ... Impact on their prices ..? 4) can check names which entered or exited Nifty, Nifty next 50, previous sensex entry exits 5) will it be worth studying? No idea , since it depends on the outcome of the above exercise !!. #Adaniport

Breaking: Hindenburg Ends Operations. Adani Saga’s Final Twist? Swipe through to uncover the full story, their impact on companies like Adani Group, and what led to their surprising decision to shut down! (I appreciate every repost). Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Also, follow me for more insights.

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧: 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬🚀 The Aditya Birla Group, led by 𝗞𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗹𝗮, challenging multiple leading brands across industries: 🔹 𝘾𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩: UltraTech is challenging 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐢 in cement production capacity and sales. 🔹 𝙋𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨: Birla Opus is disrupting 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 with 145+ products, investing ₹10,000 crore, aiming for the #2 spot. 🔹 𝙅𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙧𝙮: Indriya is competing with 𝐓𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩'𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐪 and 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐬, with investment of ₹5,000 crore. 𝐀𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐚 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 is making bold moves across industries! Will Birla dominate these industries in future!! What’s your take? Let’s discuss! 👇 #AdityaBirlaGroup #IndustryDisruption #BrandDiversification

NEWS: 🚗 Mahindra & Mahindra Updates on Investment in Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd 🔹British International Investment Plc (BII)'s investment in MEAL reduced from ₹1,850 Cr to ₹1,725 Cr. 🔹Final tranche of ₹650 Cr to be completed by March 31, 2025 (previously ₹725 Cr). 🔹BII's stake: 2.64% to 4.58% of MEAL's share capital. 🔹Timeline for investment extended, aligning with mutual agreement. #M_M #MahindraElectric #Sustainability #EVInvestment #CorporateNews 📢 Adani Enterprises to Fully Exit Adani Wilmar JV 🔹AEL to sell ~13% stake in Adani Wilmar, reducing its shareholding from ~44% to nil. 🔹Agreement signed with Wilmar International to acquire AEL's total 31% stake. 🔹Proceeds to be invested in energy, transport, logistics, and infrastructure sectors. 🔹Adani Wilmar to undergo a name change as part of the transition. 🔹Focusing on growth in core infrastructure sectors! 🔹Adani's 44% stake in AWL is worth ~₹18,700 Crores as of now. #AdaniEnt #AdaniEnterprises #AdaniWilmar #CorporateNews #BusinessUpdates #AWL 🚨 Clean Science Commences DHDT Production! Clean Fino-Chem Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary, begins commercial production of 2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-Dithiane (DHDT). Key milestones: 🔸Positioned as a key domestic DHDT manufacturer, enabling import substitution. 🔸Strengthens pharma segment value proposition with cross-selling opportunities for DCC customers. 🔸Introduced new chlorination chemistry to expand existing capabilities. #CleanScience #SpecialtyChemicals #Innovation #CorporateUpdate