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NALCO Eyes 0.5‑Million‑Tonne Aluminium Smelter in Andhra Pradesh
✍️ Deccan Chronicle
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 11:36 AM
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NALCO has announced plans to set up a new aluminium smelter with a capacity of 0.5 million tonnes in Andhra Pradesh, aiming to boost domestic production and reduce import dependence.
NALCO, the state‑owned aluminium producer, has revealed that it is contemplating the establishment of a new smelter in Andhra Pradesh with an annual capacity of 0.5 million tonnes. The proposed plant would significantly expand the company’s production footprint in the southern state.
The move is part of NALCO’s broader strategy to increase domestic aluminium output and reduce the country’s reliance on imported raw material. By adding a new smelter, the company hopes to secure a steadier supply chain and tap into the growing demand for aluminium in India’s infrastructure and automotive sectors.
While the exact location and project timeline have not yet been finalized, industry observers note that the decision aligns with recent government initiatives to attract large‑scale industrial investments in Andhra Pradesh. NALCO’s leadership has indicated that detailed feasibility studies are underway, and a formal proposal may be submitted to the state authorities in the coming months.
The move is part of NALCO’s broader strategy to increase domestic aluminium output and reduce the country’s reliance on imported raw material. By adding a new smelter, the company hopes to secure a steadier supply chain and tap into the growing demand for aluminium in India’s infrastructure and automotive sectors.
While the exact location and project timeline have not yet been finalized, industry observers note that the decision aligns with recent government initiatives to attract large‑scale industrial investments in Andhra Pradesh. NALCO’s leadership has indicated that detailed feasibility studies are underway, and a formal proposal may be submitted to the state authorities in the coming months.