The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has ordered an investigation into Shree Cement Ltd and sought specific information from the company. The probe follows earlier scrutiny by the Registrar of Companies, which flagged no major governance concerns, but authorities aim to ensure compliance with corporate and financial regulations.
Shree Cement Ltd, one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, is facing a fresh round of government scrutiny. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has directed an investigation into the company’s operations and requested certain information. While earlier reports from the Registrar of Companies (RoC) suggested no major governance lapses, the MCA’s Directorate General of Investigations will now review the findings in detail.
Key highlights from the announcement include
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The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has ordered an investigation into Shree Cement Ltd.
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Authorities have sought specific information from the company regarding its operations and compliance.
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An earlier RoC inspection report flagged no major governance concerns.
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The Directorate General of Investigations will review the RoC findings before final submission.
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Shree Cement has recently resolved a lockout at its Baloda Bazar plant in Chhattisgarh, resuming operations in December 2025.
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The company is scheduled to announce its Q3 FY26 financial results in early February 2026.
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Industry experts note that the probe reflects the government’s continued focus on corporate transparency and accountability.
The investigation underscores the importance of regulatory oversight in India’s corporate sector. For Shree Cement, the outcome will be closely watched by investors and industry stakeholders, given its significant role in the cement and infrastructure ecosystem.
Sources: CNBC TV18, FilingReader