Green, performance driven solutions to drive future of construction: NCB chief at World of Concrete India 2026

Industry experts at the World of Concrete India 2026 event discussed the future of the construction sector, emphasizing green solutions and mechanization. Projections suggest massive growth in cement production and construction GVA by 2070.
Why it matters
The construction sector is a primary driver of India's economic growth and infrastructure development goals.
The future of construction will depend on solutions that are not only green and sustainable, but also performance-driven and cost-competitive for real market adoption, said L.P. Singh, Director General, National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB). He was speaking at the World of Concrete India 2026, an industry event organised by Informa Markets in Mumbai.
The article reports on industry projections and expert commentary without taking a political stance.
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