Key Expansion Details

Regaal Resources Limited has successfully completed a major expansion project at its integrated maize processing complex in Kishanganj, Bihar, with commissioning occurring on May 26, 2026.

Capacity Enhancements

  • Maize crushing capacity doubled from 825 TPD (Tonnes Per Day) to 1,650 TPD
  • New Liquid Glucose (LG) manufacturing facility commissioned with production capacity of 180 MT per day
  • New Maltodextrin Powder (MDP) manufacturing facility commissioned with production capacity of 50 MT per day
  • Captive co-generation power plant capacity expanded from 7.1 MW to 15.8 MW

Financial Investment

  • Total capital outlay of approximately ₹389 crore incurred towards the expansion project

Employment Impact

  • Expected to generate approximately 475 additional direct employment opportunities
  • Total direct employment to reach 950 people on company payroll
  • Significant indirect employment opportunities across contractual labour, logistics, warehousing, transportation, procurement, and allied services

Strategic Benefits and Market Position

  • Company becomes Eastern India's largest maize-based specialty manufacturer
  • Facility strategically located in Bihar, one of India's largest maize-producing states
  • Benefits from proximity to key maize trading hubs including Gulabbagh and Dalkhola mandi
  • Positioned to serve customers across India, particularly Eastern and North-Eastern markets, as well as select South-East Asian export markets

Product Applications

  • Liquid Glucose: Used in sweets, confectionery, biscuits, ice creams, jams, jellies, pastries, and liquors
  • Maltodextrin Powder: Finds applications across food & beverage, pharmaceutical, dairy and nutraceutical industries

Future Expansion Plans

  • Company plans further expansion of value-added product portfolio during FY27
  • Planned products include modified starch products and derivatives: Dextrose Anhydrous ("DAH"), Dextrose Monohydrate ("DMH"), and Hydrol
  • Associated capex already underway with commissioning expected over FY27

Management Commentary

Mr. Anil Kishorepuria, Chairman and Managing Director, stated that the expansion strengthens the company's presence in higher value-added maize derivative products and enhances ability to cater to evolving customer requirements across food, pharmaceutical, agriculture, and healthcare sectors. He acknowledged the Government of Bihar's support through the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy (BIIPP) for enabling industrial expansion.

Company Background

Regaal Resources Limited operates a modern wet milling facility in Bihar with installed crushing capacity of approximately 1,650 TPD. The company ranks among leading maize milling players in India and offers products including native starches, modified starches, first-stage products, and maize derivative products. It caters to diverse industries including food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, textiles, paper, and animal nutrition.