Company History & Timeline
40+ Years of Building Excellence Across India
From humble beginnings in Nashik to becoming a pan-India infrastructure leader
Founded by visionary Mr. Anil B. Lodha (B.E. Civil, COEP, 1982) in Nashik, Maharashtra. Started as a local construction contractor focusing on residential and small commercial projects.
Expanded operations across Maharashtra, undertaking institutional projects like Symbiosis School & College (1998). Diversified into industrial and commercial construction sectors.
Ventured into infrastructure projects including bridges (Holkar Bridge, Nashik - 2003) and major industrial projects for companies like Graphite India, Mahindra Intertrade, and Xpro India.
Expanded operations nationally with projects in Jharkhand, Gujarat, Rajasthan, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. Mr. Darshan Anil Lodha (Civil Engineering graduate with Distinction, 2012) joined the business and gained ground experience across India.
Mr. Darshan Anil Lodha began managing the business independently. Focus on digitization, operational efficiencies, and expanding into roads, railways, and industrial infrastructure projects.
Continued focus on technology adoption, sustainable practices, and maintaining reputation for quality, timely execution, and competitive costing across all Indian states.
How ABL has evolved over four decades of excellence in construction
Started with local residential and commercial projects in Nashik. Built reputation for quality and timely delivery. Established strong local network and client relationships.
Expanded into infrastructure and industrial sectors. Undertook major bridge projects and large industrial complexes. Developed specialized expertise in complex construction.
Expanded operations across India. Acquired specialized equipment including hydraulic piling rigs. Undertook major national infrastructure projects.
ABL Infra executes complex civil engineering projects with a strong focus on quality, safety, and timely delivery across institutional, industrial, and infrastructure developments.
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Smooth transition from founder to next-generation leadership
Education: B.E. Civil, College of Engineering Pune (COEP), 1982
Contribution: Founded ABL in 1985 and built it into a respected construction company with PAN India presence. Known for strict adherence to quality, workmanship, and ethical business practices.
Legacy: Established strong company values, client relationships, and reputation for delivering projects with highest quality standards.
Education: Civil Engineering with Distinction, K.K. Wagh College of Engineering, 2012
Experience: Gained 5 years of ground experience across Gujarat, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra before independently managing the business from 2017.
Vision: Focus on digitization, operational efficiencies, and expanding company's footprint in roads, railways, and industrial projects.