Vedanta Aluminium hosts mega health camp in Sundargarh, bringing free medical services to over 200 rural people

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, MAY 24, 2025

In a significant step towards improving healthcare access in remote areas, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, organised a mega health camp at the Mundherkhet Gram Panchayat Office in Hemgir block of Sundargarh district. Over 200 residents from Mundherkhet, Jharpalam, Garjanjore, and neighbouring villages benefitted from the day-long camp, which delivered a wide range of free medical services.

The health camp was inaugurated by Chinmay Kumar Mishra, Assistant Executive Engineer, Hemgir, alongside Sanyasi Bag, Sarpanch of Munderkhet GP, who lauded the initiative for its timely outreach to underserved populations.

In collaboration with medical professionals and the local administration, Vedanta Aluminium offered specialised consultations in orthopaedics, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, dermatology, ENT, and tuberculosis care, coupled with free distribution of essential medicines. The event also featured educational sessions on hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention, encouraging a culture of preventive healthcare among villagers.

Emphasizing the company’s unwavering commitment to community health,  Vedanta Aluminium COO Sunil Gupta said, “At Vedanta, we recognise the fundamental importance of ensuring accessible healthcare for all. Through such mega health camps, we strive to bolster rural healthcare and create a lasting positive impact on the well-being of our communities. Partnering with the district administration, we will continue to organise more such health interventions to substantially improve the lives of the people in the areas where we operate.”

Sharing his appreciation, Sanyasi Bag  said, “Access to quality healthcare is a challenge in our area, especially for the elderly and women. I thank Vedanta for bringing this camp to our community. It ensured that people received quality medical care and guidance without having to leave the village. This initiative was timely and well-executed.”

The health camp forms part of Vedanta Aluminium’s broader social impact agenda, which spans education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, infrastructure development, and promotion of sports and culture. These efforts underline the company’s vision of inclusive and sustainable growth in Odisha.

A business of Vedanta Limited, Vedanta Aluminium produced 2.42 million tonnes of aluminium in FY2025, accounting for over half of India’s total aluminium output. Recognised globally for its ESG performance, the company ranks 2nd in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 for the aluminium industry. Vedanta continues to spearhead innovations and sustainability in the sector, supporting aluminium’s rise as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.