THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JUNE 10, 2025 In an era where water is becoming one of the most precious natural resources, Vedanta Aluminium — India’s largest aluminium producer — is pioneering transformative efforts in sustainable water management. With a bold vision to become Water Positive by 2030, the company is setting new standards for environmental responsibility in the industrial sector. Vedanta ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 7, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, underscored its commitment to sustainable development by presenting a powerful showcase of its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives at the State-Level World Environment Day & Prakruti Mitra Award Ceremony. The event, held on June 5 at Krushi Shiksha Sadan in Bhubaneswar, was organised by the Forest, Environment ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JUNE 4, 2025 On the occasion of World Environment Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announced a significant expansion of its partnership with PwC India to drive sustainability initiatives across its operations in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. The collaboration, which initially focused on biodiversity projects at Vedanta’s Jharsuguda smelter, will now scale to encompass decarbonisation, water ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 4, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, is spearheading a transformative sustainability journey that is positioning it as a global leader in responsible industrial practices. With a sharp focus on decarbonization and energy transition, the company is weaving innovation and ambition into its operations to pave the way for a low-carbon future. A cornerstone ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 30, 2025 On Menstrual Hygiene Day, celebrated globally on May 28, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, took a significant step towards empowering women and improving public health. The company launched a week-long initiative across its Odisha operations, reaffirming its commitment to women’s health and menstrual hygiene awareness. Menstrual Hygiene Day aims to break the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, MAY 29, 2025 Reinforcing its commitment to employee welfare and community well-being, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has successfully conducted a free eye screening camp for commercial and technical vehicle drivers at its Jharsuguda operations. The large-scale initiative, organised in collaboration with Trilochan Netralaya, highlighted the company’s unwavering focus on health, safety, and operational excellence. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 28, 2025 Kalahandi district was once among the most poverty-stricken regions of Odisha, plagued by pervasive challenges such as poverty, low literacy rates, poor connectivity, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, and limited access to safe drinking water. The area’s potential remained largely untapped due to a scarcity of small-scale industries, fragile livelihood options, and minimal educational and health ...

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 ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 22, 2025 On the occasion of the International Day for Biological Diversity, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, has launched a series of ambitious initiatives aimed at preserving biodiversity and revitalizing natural habitats across its operational regions. These initiatives encompass a wide array of impactful actions, including the rescue and safe release of over a thousand ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU KALAHANDI, MAY 17, 2025 In a transformative initiative to bolster women’s entrepreneurship in one of Odisha’s most underserved regions, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has extended critical support to women-led self-help groups (SHGs) in Gunpur village of Kalahandi district. As part of its ongoing commitment to inclusive and sustainable development, the company has provided essential machinery for ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MAY 13, 2025 In a landmark announcement on National Technology Day 2025, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, revealed it has secured a patent for an innovative process to extract high-purity graphite (over 99%) from aluminium industry waste. This development marks a significant leap forward for India’s deep-tech innovation landscape and supports the national vision of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 12, 2025 In a landmark step toward fostering sustainable development and community empowerment, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has illuminated the lives of over 10,000 rural residents in Odisha by installing 321 solar-powered streetlights across seven gram panchayats in the Sundargarh and Jharsuguda districts. This green energy intervention spans the gram panchayats of Jharpalam, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 09, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to women empowerment by showcasing a broad spectrum of its pioneering women development initiatives at the ICC INWEC Business Mela 2025. Organized by the Indian National Women Entrepreneurs Council (INWEC) under the aegis of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the event celebrated the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 8, 2025 Celebrating World Athletics Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading producer of aluminium, has spotlighted its unwavering commitment to nurturing grassroots sports talent across Odisha. Through transformative initiatives in Kalahandi and Jharsuguda, the company is empowering over 200 youth from underserved communities with professional coaching, top-tier infrastructure, and competitive platforms to thrive. At the heart of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, MAY 7, 2025 In a strong demonstration of its commitment to community health and well-being, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked World Malaria Day 2025 by launching an intensive, week-long health awareness and screening campaign across 28 villages and an old-age home in Jharsuguda, Odisha. Conducted in collaboration with the District Health Department and the National ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAY 3, 2025 On the occasion of National Coal Miners’ Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of its mining workforce. The company showcased a suite of cutting-edge technologies deployed at its Jamkani coal mines in Odisha—its first greenfield coal project—underscoring a major leap towards building smart, secure, ...

THEBUSINESSBYYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, MAY 2, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has introduced a range of proactive measures to support both local communities and its workforce in Jharsuguda, Odisha, as the region grapples with intense summer heat. These efforts are aimed at improving access to clean drinking water and ensuring the health and safety of those working in ...

THEBUSINESSBYYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, APRIL 28, 2025 As the world unites to celebrate Earth Day 2025 under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” Vedanta Aluminium’s remarkable efforts stand out as a shining example of meaningful environmental stewardship. In Odisha’s dynamic industrial landscape, the company has marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with the successful completion of its ambitious Matri ...

THEBUSINESSBYYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, APRIL 27, 2025 On the occasion of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Vedanta Limited (NSE: VEDL) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to a safety-first culture, unveiling a comprehensive suite of initiatives that leverage cutting-edge digital and smart technologies to redefine workplace safety. Rooted firmly in predictive and inclusive safety practices, Vedanta’s approach ...

THEBUSINESSBYYTES BUREAU BHAWANIPATNA (KALAHANDI), APRIL 26, 2025 In a concerted effort to bolster community health and combat malaria, Vedanta Aluminium spearheaded an extensive awareness campaign across Kalahandi’s remote tribal regions to mark World Malaria Day. Focused primarily on the villages of Nakrundi and Gunpur, as well as other isolated pockets, the initiative saw overwhelming participation from local residents and reaffirmed ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, APRIL 24, 2025 Once emblematic of poverty, deprivation, and disease, Odisha’s Kalahandi district has witnessed a stunning transformation over the past two decades. Once plagued by inadequate health infrastructure and an unrelenting malaria epidemic, the region is now emerging as a model of grassroots healthcare reform — thanks to Vedanta Aluminium’s long-term commitment to community well-being. For ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU LANJIGARH (ODISHA), APRIL 24, 2025 In a resounding stride towards empowering grassroots sporting talent, Vedanta Aluminium has announced the expansion of its archery training initiative in Odisha’s Kalahandi district, targeting the grooming of over 80 budding tribal archers. The ambitious move will see Olympian Rahul Banerjee, one of India’s most decorated archers, step in as chief mentor, lending ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, APRIL 21, 2025 “Vedanta has consistently exemplified its dedication to community development. Their generous contribution towards the construction of the Administrative Building of the District Athletics Association in Jharsuguda, along with their continued support for grassroots initiatives like this hockey league, are truly commendable,” said Suresh Pujari, Revenue Minister of Odisha, as he lauded Vedanta Aluminium’s unwavering ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHAWANIPATNA, APRIL 20, 2025 In a vibrant celebration of World Art Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to cultural preservation and community development by promoting Odisha’s indigenous art at a special event held in the tribal heartland of Kalahandi district. Organised by Vedanta’s Sijimali Bauxite team, the cultural program was hosted at Eklavya ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA/LANJIGARH, APRIL 11, 2025 In a powerful demonstration of corporate responsibility and community care, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, observed World Health Day with an extensive array of health and wellness initiatives across its Odisha operations. Embracing the global theme of ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures’, the company rolled out targeted programmes that underscored its commitment to holistic ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 31, 2025 Odisha, known for its vast mineral wealth, has emerged as a key manufacturing hub, bolstered by its progressive business environment and skilled workforce. A significant force behind this transformation is Vedanta, whose investments and initiatives are positioning the state as a global leader in aluminium production and industrial growth. Vedanta Aluminium’s Chief Operating Officer, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 27, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium marked the 54th National Safety Week across its operations with a series of impactful initiatives aimed at reinforcing the culture of safety and well-being. Aligning with this year’s theme – ‘Safety & Well-being Crucial for Viksit Bharat’ – the company conducted extensive engagement programs at its aluminium smelter in Jharsuguda, alumina ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU SUNDARGARH (ODISHA), MARCH 26, 2025 Observing World Tuberculosis Day under the theme “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver”, Vedanta Aluminium has launched a TB awareness van, ‘Nikshaya Mitra Vahan’, to reach over 4,500 rural residents in Odisha’s tribal-dominated Sundargarh district. The initiative, flagged off from the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Bileimunda village, aligns with the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 20, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has joined forces with the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) to implement a transformative Rs 1 crore rural development initiative aimed at enhancing workforce skilling, agricultural innovation, and water resource management in Kalahandi district, Odisha. This partnership, formalized through an exchange of a sanction ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 18, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, successfully concluded its Women’s Week celebrations, reinforcing its commitment to gender inclusivity, financial empowerment, and skills development. The highlight of the week was the launch of the company’s first-ever women-operated smelter line at its Jharsuguda aluminium plant in Odisha — a landmark achievement in the male-dominated industry. ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, MARCH 13, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched VedMurtika, a Terracotta Cluster Promotion Programme, at Naxapali village in Jharsuguda. This transformative initiative aims to empower over 100 local artisans by enhancing their creative skills in terracotta craftsmanship through focused training programs while also facilitating market access for their products. Terracotta, a form of ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 10, 2025 Odisha’s rising para judo star, Mohan Sahu, has brought laurels to the state by securing two bronze medals at the 13th National Para Judo Championship 2025. Representing Odisha, the talented athlete from the tribal-dominated Kalahandi district showcased his prowess in the Junior JI (66 kg) and Senior JI (64 kg) categories. Sahu’s achievement has ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced a transformative step towards fostering gender parity and workplace inclusion by converting an entire smelter line at its operations in Jharsuguda which is to be operated and maintained exclusively by women employees. The Jharsuguda smelter is one of the world’s largest aluminium smelters. This pioneering ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, MARCH 5, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, successfully conducted a large-scale offsite emergency preparedness mock drill at its Jharsuguda plant recently. The initiative, held in collaboration with key government and disaster response agencies, aimed to assess and strengthen safety measures concerning hazardous chemicals. The exercise was part of a statewide safety initiative conducted simultaneously ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 28, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched the Vedanta Martial Arts Training Centre, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Jharsuguda through structured martial arts training. The initiative seeks to equip young individuals with essential self-defence skills, discipline, and the opportunity to compete at national and international levels, fostering a ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 25, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has contributed to the development of a modern administrative facility for the District Athletic Association, Jharsuguda, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing sports and athletic talent in the region. As part of this initiative, the company provided INR 50 lakh to support the construction of the building, ensuring ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 22, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, conducted the third edition of its flagship road safety awareness campaign, ‘Suraksha Sarathi,’ at Samleswari Mines in Brajrajnagar on Friday. Organized in collaboration with Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), Brajrajnagar Truck Owners’ Association (BTOA), and transporters such as Inani Coal Services Pvt. Ltd., the initiative saw participation from over ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEBRUARY 13, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched its first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered drone-based solution for blasting clearance and danger zone monitoring at its Jamkhani coal mine in Odisha. Developed in collaboration with Vedanta’s Spark initiative, this cutting-edge technology represents a major leap forward in ensuring enhanced safety across mining operations. The AI-powered drone ...

THEBUSIBNESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 On National Deworming Day on February 10, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to community health by organizing a large-scale deworming drive in collaboration with the District Health Department. The event, held at the Ghanshyam Hemlata Vidya Mandir School in Jharsuguda, saw over 1,300 students receiving deworming tablets and suspension ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched Odisha’s first LED Glow Garden, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance public spaces, promote tourism, and provide an engaging recreational destination for residents and visitors. The garden was inaugurated by Odisha’s Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, Jharsuguda MLA Tankadhar Tripathy, Jharsuguda Collector and District Magistrate Aboli Sunil ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, in collaboration with the District Education Office, Jharsuguda, successfully conducted ‘UNMESA 3.0’, a three-day residential orientation camp designed to foster academic excellence among top-performing 10th standard students from government and government-aided schools in the district. Held at K.G. Girls’ High School, Samasingha, the program focused on board ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, FEBRUARY 3, 2025 Reiterating Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to road safety, Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sunil Gupta emphasized, “Building a culture of safety is our collective responsibility.” His statement came as the company successfully concluded a month-long road safety initiative across Jharsuguda in Odisha, positively impacting over 12,000 people. Gupta highlighted the campaign’s objective, stating, “Through this initiative, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JANUARY 27, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, invites the people of Odisha to explore its innovative offerings at the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, to be held at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, from 28th to 30th January 2025. The company’s interactive pavilion, located at Hall A-16, promises an immersive experience highlighting ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JANUARY 24, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has launched its second ‘VeDakshata’ skills training centre in Patrapali, Kolabira block, Jharsuguda district, Odisha. This initiative aims to empower underprivileged youth from Jharsuguda and surrounding areas through placement-linked skill development programs. The centre was inaugurated by Manas Kumar, District Employment Officer, Jharsuguda, alongside other distinguished guests ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 20, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has launched a cutting-edge operational dashboard at its Jamkhani Coal Mine in Odisha, setting a new benchmark for mining efficiency and innovation. The advanced digital platform integrates real-time data, optimizes performance metrics, and automates key operational processes, marking a significant leap in the company’s digital transformation journey. Developed ...

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, celebrated National Youth Day by reinforcing its dedication to youth empowerment through multi-faceted initiatives, including active participation in the Government of India’s Prime Minister’s (PM) Internship Scheme. This initiative, coupled with targeted social impact projects, aims to create robust pathways for rural youth development. As part of the PM Internship Scheme, Vedanta Aluminium has ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES.COM KALAHANDI, JANUARY 16, 2025 The 27th Kalahandi Utsav – Ghumura 2025 – witnessed an inspiring blend of tradition and progress as Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s leading producer of metallurgical-grade alumina and a subsidiary of Vedanta Aluminium, unveiled a stall showcasing its transformative community development initiatives. From the very first day, the stall became a focal point of the festival, captivating ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES.COM NEW DELHI, JANUARY 15, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has achieved remarkable milestones in its sustainability efforts, reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 28.5 percent from its FY2012 baseline. This significant achievement is part of the company’s broader commitment to responsible environmental practices and its vision of a Net Zero future. Detailed in the Sustainable ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU JHARSUGUDA, JANUARY 8, 2025 Subhalaxmi Cooperative, a beacon of women-led entrepreneurship supported by Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, made a resounding impact at the Dulduli Exhibition 2025. Celebrating Jharsuguda’s foundation day, the event saw the cooperative’s vibrant stall, inaugurated by Yuvraj Sahu, CEO of ORMAS, Government of Odisha, attract a surge of attention and admiration. The stall ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU RAYAGADA (ODISHA), JANUARY 6, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium’s stall at the Chaiti Mahotsav, held in Odisha’s Rayagada district, emerged as the centerpiece of the festival, drawing the attention of over 25,000 visitors. The stall featured a mesmerizing blend of traditional tribal art forms, including Saura paintings and Dokra art, alongside products crafted by self-help groups (SHGs) under Vedanta’s Project ...