Vedanta Aluminium conducts free eye screening camp for drivers in Jharsuguda
28th May 2025
- More than 1,500 drivers benefitted from the camp, organised as part of its health & safety initiatives
Jharsuguda, Odisha, May 28, 2025: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, conducted a free eye screening camp for commercial and technical vehicle drivers at its Jharsuguda operations. The extensive initiative, which was organised in collaboration with Trilochan Netralaya, underscored the company’s commitment to ensuring the health and safety of its employees, business partners and community members.
Through this initiative, more than 1,500 drivers operating across various locations within the plant area have been screened for detecting potential vision-related issues. Those diagnosed with visual impairments were provided with expert medical advice and corrective spectacles at no cost, helping fix vision-related issues and enhancing their ability to work with utmost safety and confidence.
The initiative aimed to promote long-term eye health, enhance road safety, and support the overall well-being of drivers employed in various roles at the plant, who are together integral to the smooth functioning of Vedanta’s logistics and supply chain operations. It was organized at a crucial time as the onset of the monsoon season begins in the region. With heavy rains and winds increasing the possibility of unpredictable conditions while driving, the eye camp is expected to help the drivers undertake their duties in a safer manner.
Sharing the impact of the initiative, Sunil Gupta, COO – Vedanta Aluminium said, “At Vedanta, we consider our employees and business partners to be the most essential pillar of our operations. Our Sarathis – the dedicated drivers who help keep our supply chain smooth and seamless – are vital to our progress. This initiative is therefore another step towards ensuring their complete well-being, in line with our deep commitment to a culture of care.”
Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Gangadhar Luhar, a driver at the company’s operations, said, “I was struggling with vision issues after driving for long hours. The thorough eye tests at the camp helped diagnosed a minor vision issue, and the corrective glasses I received have made a huge difference. Now, I can drive confidently with clear vision and reduced eye strain.”
As part of ongoing efforts to support its staff members and business partners, Vedanta Jharsuguda has been proactively organizing health camps, awareness programs, and safety initiatives tailored to their health and safety requirements. A key initative among these is Suraksha Sarathi, a dedicated safety awareness program for drivers operating in and around Vedanta’s operations, aimed at reinforcing best practices in road and occupational safety. Previously, the company has launched a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) simulation training centre to promote road safety among drivers working at its mega aluminium plant. These initiatives reflect Vedanta’s focus on creating a secure and supportive environment for the drivers who play a critical role in keeping its operations running smoothly.
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.42 million tonnes in FY25. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its leading sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.
About Vedanta Limited:
Vedanta Limited, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Limited, is one of the world’s leading Oil & Gas and Metals company with significant operations in Oil & Gas, Zinc, Lead, Silver, Copper, Iron Ore, Steel, and Aluminium & Power across India, South Africa and Namibia. For two decades, Vedanta has been contributing significantly to nation building. Governance and sustainable development are at the core of Vedanta's strategy, with a strong focus on health, safety, and environment. Vedanta has put in place a comprehensive framework to be the ESG leader in the natural resources sector. Vedanta is committed to reducing carbon emissions to zero by 2050 or sooner and has pledged $5 billion over the next 10 years to accelerate the transition to net zero operations. Giving back is in the DNA of Vedanta, which is focused on enhancing the lives of local communities. The company’s flagship social impact program, Nand Ghars, have been set up as model anganwadis focused on eradicating child malnutrition, providing education, healthcare, and empowering women with skill development. Under the aegis of the Anil Agarwal Foundation, the umbrella entity for Vedanta’s social initiatives, the Vedanta group has pledged Rs 5000 crore over the next five years on social impact programmes with a thrust on nutrition, women & child development, healthcare, animal welfare, and grass-root level sports. Vedanta and the group companies have been featured in Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and was conferred Frost & Sullivan Sustainability Awards 2020, Golden Peacock Award for excellence in Corporate Governance 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work 2022. Vedanta Limited is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange.
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About Vedanta Aluminium Business:
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 1st in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its leading sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.
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