THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
JUNE 1, 2026
Reinforcing its commitment to
environmental stewardship and sustainable development, Vedanta Aluminium Metal
Limited, India’s largest aluminium producer, has intensified efforts to expand
green cover across Odisha’s Kalahandi and Rayagada districts through an
extensive plantation drive in the Sijimali region ahead of World Environment
Day.
The initiative marks a significant
milestone in the company’s ongoing environmental conservation programme, under
which thousands of saplings have already been planted across villages and
educational institutions in the region over the past year.
As part of its flagship campaign, “Mo
Gachha, Mo Parivar”, Vedanta Aluminium has planted more than one lakh saplings
across Kalahandi and Rayagada districts. In the Sijimali belt alone, the
plantation drive covered 22 villages and 25 schools spread across five gram
panchayats — Sunger, Talambapadar, Nakrundi, Adajor and Sindurghati. The
programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from community leaders, school
teachers, volunteers and panchayat representatives, highlighting a collective
commitment to ecological preservation.
The initiative aims to strengthen the
region’s green cover, foster environmental awareness among students and local
communities, and encourage grassroots participation in conservation efforts. By
promoting tree plantation as a shared responsibility, the campaign seeks to
create a lasting positive impact on the local ecosystem.
Speaking on the company’s
sustainability initiatives, Rajesh Kumar, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium Metal
Limited, said, “At Vedanta Aluminium, sustainability remains central to our
vision of creating long-term value for communities and the environment. Through
initiatives such as large-scale plantations, biodiversity conservation and
community participation programmes, we are committed to nurturing greener
landscapes and building climate-resilient communities across Kalahandi and
Rayagada. We will continue to work closely with local stakeholders to drive
meaningful environmental impact for generations to come.”
The plantation drive is part of
Vedanta Aluminium’s broader sustainability agenda, which encompasses
environmental protection, biodiversity enhancement, water conservation and
climate action. Through active community engagement and collaborative
environmental initiatives, the company continues to contribute towards building
a greener, healthier and more sustainable future for the region.
