Ambuja Cements Ltd

Dear Shareholder,

This year marks a monumental milestone for us. I am immensely grateful for what we have achieved together. Your unwavering support and trust have fuelled our transformation and allowed us to emerge stronger than ever with the wherewithal to overcome every obstacle that has come our way.

For the Adani Group, 2023 was a year unlike any other. In the face of an unprecedented challenge and widespread scrutiny, our journey epitomised the essence of the spirit that has always defined us and has allowed us to consistently turn setbacks into comebacks. In 2023, we showed our unbreakable spirit and proved that challenges could not weaken us; instead they became a testament to our ability to emerge stronger than ever.

As most of you know, we faced baseless accusations made by a U.S.-based short-seller that threatened to cast a shadow on our reputation and decades of hard work.

Typical short-selling targets financial markets. This was far more insidious. It was a two-pronged attack, simultaneously targeting our financial standing and dragging us into the political arena. The onslaught was a calculated strike two days before the closing of our Follow-on Public Offer (FPO). Amplified by a segment of complicit media, it was designed to defame us, inflict maximum damage and erode our hard-earned market value.

We were, therefore, faced with a multi-dimensional crisis. Despite successfully raising 20,000 crore through the FPO, we made the extraordinary decision to return the proceeds. This historic move underscored our unwavering dedication to our investors and our commitment to ethical business practices.

Amidst the challenges, our liquidity became our greatest asset. Augmenting our cash reserves, we raised approximately 40,000 crore more, comfortably covering the next two years of our debt repayment. This decisive action is a testament to the strength of your company. It restored market confidence, and we safeguarded our portfolio against any volatility by pre-paying

17,500 crore in margin-linked financing.

Despite never having faced any challenges with debt repayments while operating in the inherently leveraged infrastructure sector, we dropped our Debt to EBIDTA ratio to 2.5x in just six months from 3.3x at the end of March 2023. It is now at 2.2x. We should keep in mind that five years ago, this ratio stood at 7x. This approach not only strengthens our financial resilience but also increases our capacity for future expansion.

Amidst the challenges, our liquidity became our greatest asset. Augmenting our cash reserves, we raised approximately E 40,000 crore more, comfortably covering the next two years of our debt repayment.

We were further vindicated when the Supreme Court of India affirmed our actions, and our commitment to operational excellence and transparent disclosures was validated not only by rating agencies and the well-informed financial community but also by respected global investors. Partners like GQG Partners (U.S.), TotalEnergies Limited (Europe), IHC and QIA (Middle East), and even the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC) stood firmly by our side, signalling unwavering confidence in our integrity.

The fact is that the spirit to fight back, the courage to stand up, and the will to overcome makes us stronger than ever. The storms that tested us became the very ones that fuelled our strength.

The world stands at a crossroads. Geopolitical tensions strain relationships, the fight against climate change grows more challenging, and technological change disrupts the way we live and work. Amidst this uncertainty, a powerful light shines – the undeniable rise of India.

India stands at a pivotal moment. A period where circumstances tilt in its favour, and decisive action can propel decades of growth and prosperity. Our nation is witnessing something extraordinary: a self-reinforcing cycle of progress. Growth feeds growth. India's trajectory is shaped by an exceptional time where opportunity and decisive action converge. This is evidenced by powerful metrics: a remarkable growth rate, declining fiscal and current account deficits, surging exports, controlled inflation, and rising income levels. These forces intertwine with declining poverty and expanding consumption, feeding corporate strength and slashing bank NPAs. This self-reinforcing cycle of progress is fuelled by domestic demand and amplified by global investors seeking stability and diversification, leading to record FDI inflows further bolstering the economy at a time of global insecurity.

The foundation of much of India's success rests in the clarity, consistency, and compassion of the government. Its focus on the welfare of the common citizen is transformative. Schemes like Direct Benefit Transfer, eliminating over 100 million fraudulent accounts and saving an astounding 3 lakh crore from misuse, Ayushman Bharat, saving the poor an estimated 1 lakh crore in healthcare expenses, the Prime Minister Ujjwala Yojana, providing clean cooking solutions to over 10 crore underserved citizens, or the Jal Jeevan Mission, which aims to supply 55 litres of water per person per day to every rural household, are more than just programmes – they are pillars of social progress that act as safeguards for the health and dignity of millions of our people. This trust in government emboldens the people and fuels their ambition.

It is this platform, established over the past decade, that has made India the world's fastest-growing major economy, a nation of scale, vision, and heart. In addition to the domestic success, its rising geopolitical stature and principled global engagement positions India as a leading force for stability and progress during a tumultuous time as seen through initiatives like the G20 presidency.

This is India's moment. We are now the force for stability, cooperation, and progress in a complex world bolstered by vast domestic demand and propelled by the government's ambitious USD 2 trillion infrastructure investment target by 2030.

We, as a company, recognise this exceptional moment and that our ambitions are not just our own; they are interwoven with India's emergence as a true global power. India shines, and we shine with it.

India's robust macroeconomic stability and ambitious growth plans inspire unwavering confidence in our future. The pivotal role of public-private partnerships in infrastructure development, fuelled by strong multiplier effects, reinforces our belief. The nation's infrastructure spending has tripled in the past decade, with breakneck progress in highways, railways, and electrification. Initiatives like Gati Shakti will integrate infrastructure schemes (Bharatmala, Sagarmala, etc.) to drive logistics costs below 10%, bolstering competitiveness, and we are very well positioned to capitalise on such programmes.

This infrastructure push, combined with policies like Make in India and Production-Linked Incentive Schemes, will drive investment across vital sectors – roads, airports, ports, power, railways, and data centers, each of these are core businesses for the Adani Group. As India's leading infrastructure player, we see a clear narrative of immense and predictable growth.

Our record-breaking achievements in 2023 underscore our alignment with national priorities and our ability to execute the most complex, largescale projects with unmatched expertise.

Picture our Khavda Renewable Energy Park, the world's largest RE plant spanning several hundreds of square kilometres. Already generating 2,000 MW of clean energy, our aggressive timeline aims to develop 30 GW capacity in the next five years, enough to power nations like Belgium, Chile, and Switzerland. For us, this RE park is a symbol of our commitment to sustainability and a symbol of national pride.

In the spirit of sustainability, Adani Green became the proud sponsor of London Science Museum's stunning green energy gallery that looks at the past, present and future of energy systems. It is now considered one of the foremost museums that showcases how the world can generate and use energy more sustainably. It has quickly become a one-of-its-kind platform drawing and inspiring thousands of global visitors to understand solutions for an equitable and sustainable future.

Or envision the cutting-edge Ammunition and Missile Complex, South Asia's largest, a testament to our commitment to India's security. Picture the Drishti 10 Starliner UAV, a symbol of Indian innovation, soaring through the skies, protecting our nation. These aren't just machines; they embody our unwavering dedication to India's well-being.

Further, visualise the world's largest slum at Dharavi in Maharashtra as we redevelop it over the next decade to provide dignity to over its 1 million residents. This is not a project of redevelopment; it's about dignity of living.

And we did not stop there.

We were privileged to have the Honourable Prime Minister inaugurate the state-of-the-art Terminal T3 at the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow, designed to accommodate 8 million passengers annually and enhance domestic and international connectivity.

Kutch Copper Limited, a pioneering project in Mundra, commenced operations at its greenfield copper refinery. By the end of this decade, we aim to make it the world's largest single-location copper smelter with a capacity of 1 MTPA, significantly enhancing India's self-reliance on a crucial metal needed for several critical industries.

Adani Ports experienced an exceptional year, exceeding 400 MMT of cargo for the first time and handling a record 420 MMT as it continued to expand its position as India's premier commercial port with significant double-digit growth across most facilities.

The U.S. Development Finance Corporation injected USD 553 million into CWIT, Adani's joint venture in Sri Lanka, to develop a deepwater shipping container terminal at Colombo Port. This investment is a strategic step showcasing the confidence of the DFC on Adani's capabilities as well as towards bolstering Sri Lanka's economic recovery through private sector-led initiatives.

Following the strategic acquisition of ACC and Ambuja Cements and the successful commissioning of our Ametha Integrated Unit, the Adani Group's combined cement capacity has risen from 67 MTPA to 78.9 MTPA. This puts us well on the path towards the 140 MTPA target we had set to achieve by 2028. Also, we are proud to state that Ambuja Cements was the lead supplier for the breathtaking Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, India's longest sea bridge covering 21.8 km that showcases its infrastructural prowess. Our approach is clear – align with the nation, build adjacencies, and de-risk through integration. Today, we stand as a testament to India's growth trajectory. We consistently take on projects of immense scale that others wouldn't dream of, proving our ability to deliver complex infrastructure that will fuel the nation's rise and most importantly continue to ensure that we do so without compromising on our growth and financial numbers. This is best manifested in the all-round growth numbers we delivered in 2023-24.

In terms of financial performance, I am delighted to state that we achieved an unprecedented milestone, recording the highest-ever EBITDA of

82,917 crore (roughly USD 10 billion), a remarkable surge of 45%. This exceptional financial performance drove our PAT to a record high of 40,129 crore, marking a substantial 70.8% growth.. Our net Debt to EBITDA further fell to 2.2x from 3.3x over the past year, giving us additional headroom for future growth. All of this resulted in an all-time-high levels of liquidity for the Group with a cash balance of 59,791 crore.

These consistent and improved metrics demonstrate our highly stable infrastructure platform, and led to a series of rating and outlook upgrades. Three of our portfolio companies – Ambuja, ACC, and APSEZ, are now AAA rated.

In addition to reaching 420 MMT and 10 of our ports recording lifetime high cargo volumes, we undertook successful acquisitions of Gopalpur and Karaikal ports.

As the incubation engine for the Group, AEL had a stellar year with three of our incubating businesses, including airports, green hydrogen eco-system and roads, picking up momentum. Passenger traffic at our airports witnessed a strong double-digit growth and stands at 88.6 million passengers. The solar manufacturing division has successfully commissioned a large-sized monocrystalline ingot and wafer unit, India's first, further enhancing control over the fully integrated green hydrogen production chain.

Given the RE growth potential, we revised our FY 2029-30 target from 45 GW to 50 GW. In the year, we added 2.8 GW, 15% of India's total renewable capacity addition. This includes the commissioning of the first 2 GW at the world's largest RE park at Khavda within 12 months of breaking ground, which highlights our execution capabilities.

Our operating capacity increased by 12% to 15,250 MW, with the commissioning of the 1,600 MW Godda ultra-supercritical thermal power plant.

We commissioned critical transmission infrastructure, including two 765 kV lines – Warora-Kurnool (1,756 ckm) and Khavda, Bhuj. Our transmission order book stands at 17,000 crore, and our smart metering order book has expanded to 2.28 crore meters.

We expanded our CNG stations from 733 to 903 and PNG connections from 8.45 lakhs to 9.76 lakhs. We also commissioned 606 EV charging points and phase-1 of one of India's largest biomass plants in Barsana.

Our total capacity has increased to 78.9 MTPA from 67.5 MTPA and our EBITDA per tonne has more than doubled since we acquired the business. Our target is to reach 140 MTPA by 2028.

Our media entity has expanded its presence regionally and scaled digitally, with a 39% increase in global digital traffic. We also invested in next-generation infrastructure, with new facilities in BKC, Mumbai, and NCR, Delhi.

Overall, our record-breaking performance and strategic achievements across diverse sectors showcase our commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. Several of these achievements will significantly reduce national reliance on imports and help secure our national value chains. We have always believed that we are not just building businesses; we are contributing to powering India's future with infrastructure, energy solutions, and digital advancements. As we continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies and expand our reach, we are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional value and continue to contribute to our stakeholders.

We recognise that the most successful and enduring companies understand that integrating sustainability, ethical business practices, and community engagement into their core strategies is both a moral imperative and a smart business decision. In this context, the Adani Foundation's reach has now extended to 9.1 million individuals across 6,769 villages in 19 states. This vast engagement underscores our deep commitment to uplifting lives and fostering sustainable development nationwide. Our commitment to ‘Growth with Goodness' drives our actions – from addressing environmental impact to prioritising the needs of all stakeholders, we strive to create long-term value while fostering thriving communities. And as outlined here, we continue to have inspiring stories of success.

Through the Adani Saksham (skill development) initiative, we empowered 1,69,000 young individuals with essential skills, helping them secure a brighter future and potentially become entrepreneurs.

Our agricultural programmes revitalised 26,000 acres of land, introducing sustainable practices and natural farming techniques that promise a greener tomorrow.

Our health outreach programmes, including mobile health care units and camps, touched 2 million lives, ensuring that essential services reach the most remote communities.

Further, the Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences, Adani Hospitals, and our rural clinics and wellness centers provided critical healthcare to approximately 2.7 million individuals.

The SuPoshan project enhanced the nutrition delivered to 4,14,000 women and children, fortifying the foundations of future generations.

Our efforts in animal husbandry improved the livelihoods of numerous farmers, with 9,100 cattle benefiting from better care and 30,000 instances of artificial insemination boosting productivity.

Our water conservation initiatives created a staggering 13.8 million cubic meters of storage capacity, ensuring water security and supporting the ecological balance of our ecosystems.

The engagement of 16,900 women in self-help groups underlined our initiative for sustainable economic development, empowering them to become agents of change in their communities.

At the Adani Foundation, each number tells a story of change, of a life empowered, and a community revitalised. These stories fuel our mission to continue making a significant and sustainable impact, and I am proud of what we have achieved together as we strive to do our part to leave a small positive mark on this world.

The challenges we overcame last year have strengthened our resolve. We draw inspiration from the very resilience that India embodies. Our ambitions are limitless, just like India's. We see a future where our expertise drives infrastructure revolutions, where our green energy initiatives power a sustainable tomorrow, and where our commitment to upliftment transforms communities.

The road ahead is paved with extraordinary possibilities and I can promise you that the Adani Group today is stronger than it's ever been. Our journey is a testament to the relentless pursuit of dreams, of turning ambition into reality. This isn't just about building businesses; it's about building a nation.

Hum Karke Dikhayenge! The best is yet to come.

Chairman