Vedanta Jharsuguda Strengthens Community Health Through Sanitization Awareness and Preventive Care Initiatives
20th November 2025
- Focused programs on hygiene education and early diabetes detection reinforce Vedanta’s commitment to healthier, informed communities
Jharsuguda, Odisha, November 20, 2025: Vedanta Aluminum, India’s largest producer of aluminum, reinforced its commitment to advancing public health by observing World Toilet Day (November 19) and World Diabetes Day (November 14) through dedicated outreach programs across multiple venues in Jharsuguda. These initiatives brought together school children, teachers, villagers and medical experts, focusing on the importance of hygiene, sanitization and early-stage disease detection as the key pillars of sustainable community wellbeing.
At Government UG High School, Purna, Vedanta organized interactive sessions for over 100 students and school staff. Demonstrations on proper toilet usage, handwashing techniques, and waste management, along with a student-driven cleanliness activity, helped instill practical, everyday behaviours necessary for a healthier learning environment.
Meanwhile, at Siriapali village, Vedanta’s Mobile Health Unit (MHU) observed World Diabetes Day through an awareness and screening camp that highlighted early detection and lifestyle-related risk factors. Health experts from the District Headquarters Hospital and Vedanta’s medical team guided villagers on symptoms, preventive care, and long-term disease management. Over 60 individuals underwent on-spot screenings. Among them, 15 individuals were identified with diabetes and were immediately provided with a month’s supply of essential medication.
The event was attended by Ms. Gitanjali Meher from the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Department of the District Headquarters Hospital, who served as the Chief Guest of the event. The session covered early symptoms, lifestyle-related risks, screening needs and long-term management of diabetes while also offering practical insights to the community. Ms. Puspanjali Seth, women entrepreneur and member, Subhalaxmi Cooperative, and Dr. Adwitiya Keshari Barik, member of Vedanta’s Mobile Health Unit (MHU) team, also addressed the gathering. Dr. Barik highlighted the diagnostic and treatment support provided through the MHU, encouraging villagers to adopt proactive health-seeking behavior.
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. C Chandru, CEO – Vedanta Jharsuguda, said, “Good health and hygiene are fundamental to the wellbeing of our communities. Through these programs, we aim to strengthen awareness, early detection and preventive care where it matters most. Vedanta remains committed to driving meaningful health outcomes in the region.”
Sharing her views on the school program, Ms. Ambika Naik, Headmistress – Government UG High School, Purna said, “Today’s session helped our students truly understand the importance of hygiene and clean toilet practices. The demonstrations made the learning practical and memorable for them. We appreciate Vedanta for bringing such impactful awareness to our school.”
These combined initiatives reflect Vedanta’s holistic approach to community development, where sanitation awareness, healthcare access and preventive screenings serve as vital enablers of healthier, informed societies. Through sustained engagement, collaboration with local institutions and community-driven participation, Vedanta Jharsuguda continues to support improved public health outcomes across the region.
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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