India is the second largest cement producer in the world, with nearly 300 million tonnes of annual production capacity. The private sector dominates production, accounting for 98% of total capacity. Large cement plants, which number 185, account for 97% of installed capacity. The states of Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu contain many of the largest cement plants, with 77 plants located among those states. Cement demand is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10.2% through 2023, driven by growth in infrastructure, housing, and commercial real estate development.