ISSUE 36 | VOL 11 | 25 NOVEMBER 2020 Vedanta Newsdesk

SUSTAINABILITY ZERO HARM, ZERO WASTE, ZERO DISCHARGE NAND GHAR

VEDANTA: FOCUS ON ESG PRACTICES

Vedanta has been at the forefront of sustainable practices. Even as the company has, over the years, grown to become one of the largest diversified natural resources companies in the world, the goal has been to ensure that each of the businesses integrates sustainability principles into their operational structures and leverages new technologies to safeguard the environment and communities.

VEDANTA RANKS AMONG TOP SUSTAINABLE COMPANIES Vedanta has embraced sustainability as a comprehensive, integrated business practice that involves collaboration, innovation, and a course of action.

The company has made significant improvements in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance with its Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) ranking in the metals and mining sector having risen to 12 this year, as against 21 in 2019. Vedanta group company, ranked 8 in the global tally.

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Vedanta’s sustainability ranking shows a three-year trend of continuous improvement. The percentile improvement is 86 per cent this year compared to 70 per cent in 2019 and 60 per cent in 2018.

The DJSI – which are float-adjusted market capitalization weighted indices – evaluates the sustainability performance of the world’s largest companies.

HZL, VEDANTA TOP APAC RANKINGS Reflecting the Group’s strong commitment to do business in the most sustainable way, Vedanta group company, Hindustan Zinc topped the sustainability rankings in the Asia Pacific region. Vedanta is ranked 2 in the metals and mining category in the Asia Pacific region this year, as compared to 7 last year.

VEDANTA BETTERS SUSTAINABILITY SCORE Sticking to its mission of 'Zero Harm, Zero Waste, Zero Discharge’, Vedanta’s DJSI score this year has improved to 66, compared to 51 last year. The company has reported big improvements in its ratings in critical areas, including human rights, social impact on communities and water-related risks. The company’s DJSI score on human rights has risen sharply from 20 to 73 since last year, while on the social impacts on communities, the company’s score has improved from 47 to 89.

In biodiversity, Vedanta’s score increased from 38 to 79, while in case of risk and crisis management, the company’s score improved from 32 to 66. In climate strategy, the DJSI score rose to 73 this year as against 40 in 2019.

Vedanta has obtained 100 per cent score in materiality, environmental reporting, water related risks and social reporting.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK Vedanta aims to deliver growth and long-term value while upholding sustainable development through its diversified portfolio of large, long-life and low-cost assets. The company has developed the Vedanta Sustainability Framework to enable business units to adopt sustainable business principles.

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Developed in line with global standards from international bodies such as ICMM, IFC Performance Standards, GRI, and UNGC Principles; the Framework comprises of policies, standards and guidance notes for meeting the sustainability objective. The framework defines the approach to avoid and minimize potential environmental and social impacts, and to engage with impacted and interested stakeholders over the lifetime of the operations starting from exploration through to site closure.

MINIMIZING CARBON FOOTPRINT Climate change is one of the most pressing issues the world faces that will have a growing impact on society and business. Vedanta remains fully supportive of the outcomes from the Paris Agreement and is committed to minimizing the carbon footprint.

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Vedanta has re-constituted the ‘Carbon Forum’ to help steer the group towards a less carbon-intensive way of operating. The company had set targets to reduce its GHG emissions intensity by 16% by 2020, from a 2012 baseline. At the end-of-cycle, we were able to achieve a reduction of 13.83%, which is equivalent to ~9 million TCO2e in avoided GHG emissions. Discussion are underway across our businesses to finalize our FY2025 and FY2030 GHG reduction targets.

Vedanta is committed to substantially decarbonize its operations by 2050. The thrust will be on innovation and investment in renewables.

Minimizing the company’s environmental footprint is essential for long-term sustainability. Vedanta aims to deliver growth and long-term value while upholding sustainable development through its diversified portfolio of large, long-life and low- cost assets. The company has launched several initiatives under the “Waste to Wealth” initiative and deployed technologies that will not only aid in reducing the volume of waste produced, but also improve metal recovery rates. The goal is to develop processes and value-chains that enable the creation of a circular economy model, thereby eliminating future waste streams.

VEDANTA SIGNS 'CARBON NEUTRALITY’ PLEDGE In a major step to lower greenhouse gas emissions, Vedanta has joined hands with the Government of India to sign a declaration on climate change by voluntarily pledging to move towards 'carbon-neutrality.’

Vedanta signed this declaration, along with 24 top private companies, which have aligned themselves with India’s commitment under the Paris Agreement. The mission is to take the country to net zero emission goal through specific emission measures, including promotion of renewable energy, enhanced energy efficiency, water efficient processes, green mobility, planned afforestation and waste management & recycling.

VEDANTA LEADS FORUM ON CLIMATE CHANGE The India CEO Forum on Climate Change is designed as a platform to bring together Industry and Government and share the roadmap, challenges and synergy for combating climate change. The declaration signed during the second edition of the Forum earlier this month underlines that the private sector has a pivotal role in creating low carbon and sustainable economies without compromising collective and holistic growth aspirations.

The companies have pledged to work with the government on realistic and achievable initiatives with benefits for climate change and sustainable development. “By endorsing the declaration, we demonstrate the leadership and resolve of the private sector in formulating a collective, strong and effective climate change response to help combat climate change with benefits for the present and future generations,” the companies have said.

A HISTORIC INITIATIVE’ The declaration by private sector companies on Climate Change is a historic initiative. India is showcasing again, not only at the government level but also at the private level. We are taking real initiatives and that shows our commitment. Prakash Javadekar -Prakash Javadekar, Union Environment Minister

COMMITTED TO ZERO HARM, ZERO WASTE, ZERO DISCHARGE

Vedanta remains committed to our vision of “Zero Harm, Zero Waste, Zero Discharge” and will continue to operate under the highest standards of corporate governance and deliver value to all our stakeholders. Vedanta is well-positioned to create an impact not just for ourselves but also for the communities, regions, countries and industries where we operate.

-Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta

DRIVING INCLUSIVE GROWTH Vedanta’s vision has always been to drive inclusive growth that build communities, enhances the country’s self-reliance and does so in an environmentally responsible manner.

Sunil Duggal -Sunil Duggal, Group CEO, Vedanta

"Vedanta is on a journey towards becoming a low carbon intensive metals and mining company. We understand the climate change related risks to our business and are aiming to effectively manage them. Over the years sustainability has been a comprehensive part of how we run our business and our recent performance on indices like DJSI showcase our commitment towards it. We have many milestones to meet in Andrew Lewin order to meet our zero harm and zero waste vision."

-Andrew Lewin, Group Head HSE & Sustainability

"Vedanta has a vision for zero harm, zero waste and zero discharge. We have launched many programs and initiatives focusing towards attaining excellence in environmental performance. Contributing towards a larger purpose, a greener world by adopting sustainable & smart mining through innovative practices is the key. As a large global metal and mining player, we have an added responsibility to set an A. Sumathi example for our peers, while continuing to learn and evolve”

-A. Sumathi, Global Head- Environment, Health & Sustainability, Vedanta

"Carbon management is a critical area of Vedanta. It will help the company realize opportunities in the emerging green economy and help the company manage the physical, regulatory, financial, and reputational risks associated with climate change."

–Gaurav Sarup, Director Energy and Social Performance Gaurav Sarup

"Vedanta’s substantial improvement in DJSI annual ranking is a testament to our commitment to all issues related to ESG. Going forward, Sustainability shall be at the centerstage and all decisions will have to be around ESG issues. Our core values, larger purpose and our mission of being an employer of choice guide us to ensure that all of our operations are committed to the development of our communities and nation building at Vikas Sharma large. We need to ensure that our operations are conducted in a manner, which are sustainable in nature."

– Vikas-Sharma, CEO, TSPL & Chair of Carbon Forum, Vedanta

A. SUMATHI NOMINATED AMONG 100 GLOBAL INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN IN MINING (WIM100) – 2020

As a testament to Vedanta’s mission to motivate and encourage women leaders, A. Sumathi, Global Head- Environment, Health & Sustainability, Vedanta and CITO , has been nominated and included in the coveted 2020 edition of the “100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” (WIM100) publication, a biennale celebration of the contribution women are making to the mining industry. The publication is a living history of women who work in mining and highlights the wealth of female talent within the global mining industry, celebrates their “above & beyond” contributions to the industry, and identifies role models for future generations.

A Sumathi is one of the two women leaders nominated from India in this edition.

Congratulations to Sumathi on this well-deserved recognition!

VEDANTA IN THE NEWS

Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Group said on Wednesday that it has submitted an expression of interest (EoI) for buying 52.98 per cent government stake in Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL). “Vedanta’s EoI for BPCL is to evaluate potential synergies with our existing oil and gas business. The EoI is at a preliminary stage and is exploratory in nature,” said a company spokesperson. At least three to four players have reportedly submitted EoIs for the privatisation process of BPCL. The deadline for submission was Monday, but the government has not officially revealed any names. (Business Standard)

RACE FOR THE VACCINE

Pharmaceutical companies around the world are investing time and resources in developing vaccine for Covid-19. Out of all such firms, Pfizer and Moderna have announced successful late-stage trials of their respective vaccine candidates. Pfizer claims that its vaccine is 95 per cent effective, and Moderna says its candidate has an effectiveness of 94 per cent. This is great news for people across the globe considering the fact that many countries are facing second or third wave of the virus infection.

Vaccine maker Serum Institute of India's CEO Adar Poonawalla on Thursday said the Oxford COVID-19 vaccine should be available for healthcare workers and elderly people by around February 2021 and by April for the general public, and will be priced at a maximum of ` 1,000 for two necessary doses for the public, depending on the final trial results and regulatory approvals. (NDTV)

PEERS INSIGHT

Tata Steel Ltd. is in talks with Swedish steelmaker SSAB AB to sell its Netherlands unit and reduce the burden from its cash-draining European operations. The company started discussions with SSAB for the potential acquisition of Tata Steel Netherlands including the Ijmuiden steelworks, it said in a media statement announcing the quarterly earnings. (Bloomberg)

JSW Infrastructure Ltd has acquired Chettinad Builders Pvt Ltd, the ports business of Chennai-based Chettinad Group. The over Rs 1,000-crore deal gives it ownership and control over a deep draft coal terminal and a bulk cargo terminal at Kamarajar Port Ltd, and a coal and bulk commodity terminal at New Mangalore Port Trust. The three terminals have a combined cargo handling capacity of 17 million tonnes (mt) a year. (Hindu Business Line)

Adani Green Energy's record $6 billion solar power project announced in June has no guaranteed customer, its deal with India's main solar-adoption agency shows and may expose the company to higher financial risk. Shares in the firm, controlled by billionaire Gautam Adani, have soared three-fold since the signing of the 8 gigawatt (GW) multi- plant deal, which Adani hailed as the “largest of its type, ever” and a landmark for India. (Reuters)

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. has completed fundraising in the current round as it sold Rs 47,265 crore worth of stake to a clutch of investors who are betting on billionaire Mukesh Ambani's triple play of content, carriage and commerce. The retail unit of Reliance Industries Ltd. sold 10.09% to nine global financial investors, including Silver Lake Partners and General Atlantic, in two months. (BloombergQuint)

Oil and Natural Gas Corp.’s quarterly profit rose nearly six-fold as its revenue and other income increased. Net profit rose 480% quarter-on-quarter to Rs 2,878 crore in the three months to Sept. 30, according to the company’s exchange filing. That compares with the Rs 2,259-crore consensus estimate of analysts tracked by Bloomberg. Revenue rose 30% quarter-on-quarter to Rs 16,917 crore. (Bloomberg Quint)

Oil India Ltd, the nation's second-largest state oil producer, on Friday said it has made a natural gas discovery at a well drilled in Tinsukia, Assam. "The discovery will open up new areas for further oil and gas exploration in Assam and would help in enhancing the gas production with future appraisal and development activities," the company said in a statement. (ET Energy World)

Bharat Petroleum, which is the national coordinator for ethanol blending by state- owned refiners, is confident of meeting the new government target of blending 10 per cent biofuel with petrol by 2022 with the latest addition of maze to the list of feedstock for the green fuel. State-run oil marketers are required to blend 10 per cent ethanol in petrol under the national policy on biofuels 2018 by 2022 and 20 per cent by 2030. (Economic Times)

VEDANTA & THE WORLD

Royal Dutch Shell paid no corporation tax in the UK last year even as it paid out billions of dollars in other jurisdictions. The Anglo-Dutch oil major paid a total of $7.8bn in corporate income tax and $5.9bn in royalties last year on pre-tax profits of $25.5bn, according to an annual report published on Tuesday. But the UK — along with France, South Africa and Indonesia — returned money to the company. (Financial Times)

Saudi Aramco was set to raise $8 billion from a five-part bond deal on Tuesday as the world's largest oil producer seeks cash after low oil prices dented its finances. It received $48.1 billion in orders for the debt sale, less than half what it drew for its debut bond sale last year, when it raised $12 billion, a document issued by one of the banks leading the deal showed. (Reuters)

Jadestone Energy might pump just a fraction of the oil and gas of the energy majors, but its chief executive believes the Asia-Pacific focused producer will outlast bigger rivals when it comes to making money from hydrocarbons. “It won’t be a Shell or BP that will be the last man standing in the oil and gas space,” Paul Blakeley, chief executive of Jadestone, said. “It will be the small independents.” (Financial Times)

Gunvor Group, one of the world’s biggest energy traders, is ending its use of intermediaries — the well-connected individuals who help secure contracts in resource- rich countries. The Geneva-based group, which trades more than 2.7m barrels of oil and gas a day, said it would cease working with agents for “business origination and development purposes”, and would assess its use of other consultants such as risk analysts. (Financial Times)

A top-10 shareholder in Kaz Minerals is seeking help from other investors to oppose a £3bn buyout of the London-listed copper producer by its chairman and a Kazakh metals tycoon. CFC Management, a Russia-based investment adviser that represents shareholders with a 3.6 per cent stake, has hired proxy adviser Georgeson to gauge opinion on the bid from other investors. (Financial Times)

VEDANTA’S CALL OF DUTY

UNITED AGAINST COVID-19

Meals for All’ Program More than 11.46 lakh meals distributed to daily wage earners across the country in phase 1 and 2. More than 49,626 dry ration packets to the local communities. More than 12.70 lakh feedings to stray animals in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Pune.

Preventive Healthcare Distributed more than 4.54 lakh masks across communities. Provided more than 26,000 surgical masks and more than 75,000 surgical gloves to district hospitals across the country. Vedanta has joined hands with the Ministry of Textiles to import 23 machines for indigenously personal protective equipment (PPEs). Also, Vedanta distributed more than 1,03,777 units of soaps and sanitizers across communities.

Employee Safety & Welfare Vedanta, in collaboration with Apollo Hospitals, has established a 24x7 general helpline for the employees to ensure timely healthcare advice during the pandemic. The services are open for all employees and their families. To avail the free-of-cost healthcare support facility, call 18605003475.

NAND GHAR

Honorable CM of Chhattisgarh, Sri Bhupesh Bhagel inaugurated 101 Nand Ghars in Patan in Durg district of Chhattishgarh. He interacted with the children and staff and was extremely appreciative of all the services provided at Nand Ghars. He assured his kind support to Vedanta Chhattisgarh CM, Sri Bhupesh Bhagel inaugurates in materializing the vision of uplifting women Nand Ghar in Patan and children. Nand Ghars across states celebrated Children's Day with pomp and show. Throughout the week, Nand Ghars were a sight of ceremonial splendor, with children and community members partaking in various festivities such as sports events, drawing competitions, fancy dress Children's Day celebrations shows, cultural programmes etc. The festivities were attended by various PRI members and ICDS officials. Nand Ghars have become an oasis of hope and positivity and continue to bring smiles even in the face of a pandemic. This Diwali, Nand Ghars were a spectacle of festive glory and celebrations. Nand Ghars became the focal point of all festivities in Diwali celebrations at Nand Ghar the community. The community members decorated their Nand Ghars and lit diyas to mark the victory of good over evil. Activities like rangoli making, diya making added to the celebrations and the spirit of togetherness and love was rekindled and resonated across states.

Diwali celebrations at Nand Ghar

DIGITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights from financial results, Quarter 2 FY21 were shared across social media handles. The messaging focused on Vedanta achieving a new milestone with the highest quarterly operating result for more than 2 years.

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Group CEO Mr. Sunil Duggal reflects upon Vedanta's performance in the second quarter & the robust growth trajectory ahead.

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NAND GHAR INAUGRATION AT DHARWAD, KARNATAKA Extensive communication around Mr. Pralhad Joshi, Minister of Coal and Mines shared on social media. The official handle of Mr. Pralhad Joshi on Twitter and Instagram engaged with the posts shared by Vedanta handle.

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Chairman on another important milestones achieved by Nand Ghar:

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Mr. Pralhad Joshi acknowledging our contribution towards child and women empowerment:

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BU UPDATES

ZINC BUSINESS

HINDUSTAN ZINC LIMITED

Hindustan Zinc partner with Tata Steel: HZL and Tata Steel signed an MoU to procure complete domestic zinc requirement. This MoU is a joint step by Tata Steel and Hindustan Zinc towards Atmanirbhar Bharat. While Global technical experts deliver curated technical services for productivity and quality improvement, Vendor Managed Inventory will ensure significantly lower inventory costs across Tata Steel units. Hindustan Zinc partners with Tata Steel

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

EVOLVE bags ‘Most Innovative Practice’ award: HZL has set a benchmark through Digital innovations centered around on line platform for customers to procure our product through ‘EVOLVE’. Evolve is first of its kind in India in Non-Ferrous metal category. We’re glad to announce that ‘EVOLVE’ platform has won another feather in its cap. Hindustan Zinc has won the “Most Innovative Practice” for its Project Evolve, from CII Tata Communication Udaipur Sewage Treatment Plant – Centre for Digital Transformation.

HZL’s IR Report awarded at LACP Awards Our First Integrated Annual Report (FY2019-20) has received inspiring recognitions in the prestigious LACP (League of American Communications Professionals ) Awards, and formally included in the 100 Corporate Publication of 2020 globally, among Top 10 Indian publications. HZL won ‘Silver’ in three categories (Annual Report, Integrated Report, and Print Report) in the 2020 Spotlight Awards - Global Communications Competition.

Dariba Smelting Complex CPP wins at FAME Excellence Awards 2020: In our constant efforts of innovating and adopting technology for a sustainable future, we are pleased to share that DSC CPP has won the Gold Awards in the categories of “Energy

Efficiency" and “Water Stewardship" under the Thealdenglobal Award flagship of FAME Excellence Awards – 2020.

CSC achieves GOLD RATING IN CCQC - 2020 5S EXECELLENCE AWARD: We are pleased to announce that Chanderiya Hydro Plant participated in CCQC 5s Excellence Awards 2020 , Rajsamand Chapter and achieved Gold Rating in 5S Case Study Competition. Thealdenglobal Award

ALUMINIUM AND POWER

Sector Aluminium & Power business released the November edition of the customer newsletter – Vedanta AL, showcasing new product offering - High-Speed Billets, the importance of homogenization of billets, unique initiative 'Vedanta Spark', aluminium market outlook and major market updates.

Jharsuguda

Vedanta Ltd., Jharsuguda launches a tailoring training program for rural women Jharsuguda's flagship CSR project, Subhalaxmi Co-op., launched a 3-month tailoring training program for rural women at Maa Samaleshwari Nagar, Jharsuguda. Over 30 women will

undergo tailoring training which would enable Tailer training by Vedanta Jharsuguda them with the right skillsets to empower themselves by exploring self-employment opportunities. 9 sewing machines with accessories have been installed at the centre and sufficient amount of PPEs like face shields, gloves, masks and sanitizers have been given to the trainees.

Third-party endorsement: Ms. Rashmilata Behra, Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies – Govt. of Odisha said, “Through Subhalaxmi Co-op, we are ensuring last- mile access to financial tools like savings and loans, knowledge and skills for rural

enterprise development. More importantly, we Rashmilata Behra have helped thousands of women become confident, ambitious and strong, drawing strength and support from each other in their shared desire to grow wings and progress in life.”

Lanjigarh

Vedanta Lanjigarh promotes energy conservation in the community with solar equipment distribution: , Lanjigarh has initiated an energy conservation project for peripheral villages. The project has the objective to promote clean lighting and

clean cooking in the villages of Lanjigarh. Under Solar light distribution by Vedanta Lanjigarh the project, the company recently distributed solar lights to every household in Dengsargi village through employee volunteerism program. The project has been launched by the company to ensure a non-polluting, reliable and affordable source of energy for the community in a sustainable manner. Besides helping children study in the evening, these solar lights will also help women and other members of the family in fulfilling household chores at night. To promote clean cooking among the rural folk, Vedanta has conducted demonstrations on fuel- efficient chullah in villages and enrolled women associated with self-help groups under the central government’s Ujjwala scheme for LPG connection. So far, about 50 households have been benefited from the project.

TSPL

Safety Standdown: Safety Stand Down was organized on 7th November 2020 at various site locations of TSPL. The stand-down aimed to create awareness among the employees of TSPL, its business partner STEAG and sub- business partners to effectively improve safety

behaviour and mitigate risks. This stand- Safety Standdown at TSPL down focussed on adhering to right clothing and avoid winter shawl, winter blanket, muffler clothing, untucked shirts, unzipped jackets etc. inside plant premises.

Lionhearts of TSPL: On the morning of 8th Nov’20, Mr. Rajveer Singh saved an old man’s life with CPR training he received at TSPL. Rajveer practised CPR on a heart-attack patient on the road till the ambulance arrived and provided timely aid to the patient. “I am grateful to have learnt first aid at TSPL because Rajveer Singh of which I was able to save a life”, says a proud Rajveer.

Birthday Plantations: TSPL continues to plant the seeds of determination and positivity even during tough times. Employees of TSPL and Business partners came together to plant saplings behind Fuel Oil Pump House to

celebrate birthdays of employees. Plantation drive by TSPL

BALCO

Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Bhupesh Baghel, recently inaugurated 101 Nand Ghars in Patan, Chhattisgarh. He expressed his appreciation for the project, and how it has been an exemplary contribution towards the development of the community. Our vision to transform the lives of 8.5 crore children and Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Bhupesh Baghel, inaugurated 101 Nand Ghars in Patan, Chhattisgarh 2 crore women across 13.7 lakh Anganwadis is only getting stronger by the day as we set up more and more Nand Ghars to strengthen our communities.

IRON ORE BUSINESS

COO - PID highlights importance of ‘Nurturing Industry-Institute Relationship’at NIT Raipur: Mr. Nitesh Nirala, COO-PID from Vedanta – Value-Added Business was invited as a distinguished expert at Industry Institute Conclave, NIT Raipur for highlighting importance of nurturing & unifying the cycle Vedanta Value Added Business team at Industry Institute Conclave, NIT Raipur “Technology, Industry & Research” and cultivating strong links with industry institute relationship specially in Metallurgy and Materials.

Chitradurga MLA lauds Vedanta for infrastructure development at Kadleguddu village: Shri. G. H. Thippa Reddy – MLA, Chitradurga along with Mr. Sivalinganadha Mahaswamy, inaugurated the community hall constructed by Vedanta – Iron Ore Karnataka Mr GH Thippa Reddy MLA, Chitradurga, at Kadleguddu village. Mr. Thippa Reddy Mr Sivalinganadha Mahaswamy inaugurated the appreciated Vedanta's CSR initiative towards community hall at Kadleguddu this infrastructure development in interest of the local community.The community hall was handed over to the temple committee for the long-term benefits of the villagers in order to facilitate community events and engagement programs.

Vedanta Limited and Sesa Goa workers Union honors the frontline health workers for their exceptional service: Vedanta Limited and Sesa Goa Workers' Union organized a function to honour the medical personnel of Amona and Navelim villages. The health workers were recognized for their significant Vedanta Limited and Sesa Goa Workers' Union honour the medical personnel of Amona and Navelim villages contribution in the fight against COVID-19. Mr. Ramesh Sinari, General Secretary of Sesa Goa Workers Union presented certificates and PPE kits to health workers in recognition of their remarkable service. Mr. Milind Barve- Chief External Relations Officer of Vedanta’s Value Added Business welcomed the audience and enlightened them about the Vedanta’s community health care projects and other CSR programs. Mr. Gautam Gavas, medical personnel apprised his experience and appreciated Vedanta for this gesture.

VAB created awareness on modern trends in metallurgy on National Metallurgist Day: Vedanta’s Value-Added Business celebrated ‘National Metallurgist Day’ by conducting a webinar on the topic ‘Modern Trends in Blast Furnace Operation and Technology ‘. VAB’s Director, Mr. NL Vhatte and other leaders Mr. Vedanta Value Added Business celebrated National Metallurgist Day Saptesh Sardesai, Mr. Nitesh Nirala and Mr. Vijay Khanzode addressed the webinar. The company’s metallurgical consultant Mr. Somen Barua apprised his views on the topic.