Guwahati, Sept. 24 -- The Assam Cabinet has approved a proposal for an investment of Rs 11,000 crore by JK Lakshmi Cement Limited for the establishment of a clinker manufacturing unit and four associated cement grinding units in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said here on Thursday.

Addressing the reporters after the Cabinet meeting, Sarma said the proposed investment will generate direct employment for around 2,000 people in Assam.

"The Cabinet has approved the proposal for the proposed investment of Rs 11,000 crore of JK Lakshmi Cement Limited, towards establishment of a Clinker Manufacturing Unit and four associated Cement Grinding Units in the State of Assam. This will generate direct employment of around 2000," Sarma ...