Dalmia Cement Honours Over 400 Veteran Contractors Across Eastern India through its ‘Aap Hain Sachche Viswakarma’ Initiative

Bhubaneswar, 17th September 2025: Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited (DCBL), one of India’s
leading cement manufacturers, celebrated the skill and dedication of 431 senior contractors
across Eastern India through its flagship initiative, ‘Aap Hain Sachche Viswakarma’. Of these,
166 veteran contractors from Odisha were specially recognized for their decades-long
contribution to building homes, communities, and mentoring the next generation of
construction professionals.
As part of the celebrations, each honouree received a shawl, a memento, a wall clock, and a
specially curated photo album chronicling their remarkable journey of building homes and
nurturing communities. The events were attended by senior representatives of Dalmia
Cement, alongside dealers, families, and members of the contractor community, creating a
sense of pride and camaraderie.
Commenting on the occasion, company spokesperson said: “At Dalmia Bharat, we deeply
value the expertise and dedication of our senior contractors who have, for decades, been the
torchbearers of quality construction. Their craftsmanship has turned aspirations into lasting
realities, while their mentorship has shaped a new generation of skilled professionals. Through
the ‘Aap Hain Sachche Viswakarma’ initiative, we honour not only their contributions to
building homes and communities but also their role as teachers and leaders in the trade. We
are committed to continuing this tradition each year, celebrating their legacy and strengthening
the bonds that unite the construction fraternity.”
Launched in 2020, ‘Aap Hain Sachche Viswakarma’ has grown into a significant initiative across
Dalmia Cements Eastern region operations, spanning Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal and
Bihar. Over the past five years, it has recognised more than 2,000 veteran contractors,
providing them with a platform to share their stories, inspire younger professionals, and pass
down generations of knowledge and best practices. This initiative reflects Dalmia Cement’s
commitment to building not just strong structures, but also strong communities that power
India’s construction landscape.