Ambuja cements Limited has received a top-tier ESG rating from CARE ESG Ratings Limited, reflecting the company's strong environmental, social, and governance practices. The cement manufacturer disclosed this development to stock exchanges on March 24, 2026, under regulatory compliance requirements.

ESG Rating Details

CARE ESG Ratings Limited has assigned a 'Care EDGE – ESG 1+' rating to Ambuja Cements Limited. According to the rating agency, this symbol represents a leadership position in managing ESG risk through best-in-class disclosures, policies and performance.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company referenced SEBI Master Circular bearing reference number HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026, as the regulatory framework for this announcement.

Stock Exchange Communication

The company communicated this ESG rating disclosure to multiple stock exchanges where its securities are listed:

Corporate Transparency

As part of its commitment to transparency, Ambuja Cements Limited has indicated that this intimation will be uploaded on the company's website at www.ambujacement.com . The disclosure was signed by Manish Mistry, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, ensuring proper corporate governance protocols were followed.

This ESG rating recognition underscores the company's dedication to sustainable business practices and responsible corporate governance across environmental, social, and governance dimensions.

ACC Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated January 28, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related party transactions totaling ₹31,600 crore with Ambuja Cements Limited and Orient Cement Limited for Financial Year 2026-27. The notice was communicated to stock exchanges on March 2, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations.

Transaction Details with Ambuja Cements Limited

The company is seeking consolidated approval of ₹27,500 crore for transactions with Ambuja Cements Limited, its holding company:

The Master Supply Agreement and Master Service Agreement transactions cover purchase and sale of cement, clinker, raw materials related to cement and clinker, Ready-Mix Concrete, power, admixture and building material solutions, aggregates, stores and spares, along with rendering and receiving services, lease arrangements, and reimbursement of expenses.

Transaction Details with Orient Cement Limited

For Orient Cement Limited, a fellow subsidiary, the company seeks approval for ₹4,100 crore in transactions:

E-Voting Process and Timeline

The postal ballot will be conducted exclusively through electronic voting, with the following schedule:

Financial Context and Rationale

The proposed transactions with Ambuja Cements represent 132.28% of ACC Limited's annual consolidated turnover, while transactions with Orient Cement constitute 19.72% of the company's consolidated turnover for the immediately preceding financial year.

The company has obtained arm's length opinions from independent external firms confirming that the proposed terms meet arm's length testing criteria. The transactions are designed to maximize synergies between group entities, ensure reliable supply chains, optimize logistics, and support business continuity.

Regulatory Compliance

The postal ballot notice complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and follows the framework provided under various MCA circulars. The notice is being sent electronically to members whose email addresses are registered with the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited, and the depositories NSDL and CDSL.

The results of the postal ballot will be submitted to stock exchanges within two working days from the conclusion of the e-voting period and will be available on the company's website and CDSL's website.