Vedanta Aluminium Celebrates Utkal Divas with Cultural Fervour
8th April 2025
- Para badminton champion Padma Shri Pramod Bhagat and Sambalpur University Registrar Dr. Nruparaj Sahu felicitated
Jharsuguda, Odisha; 7th April 2025: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, celebrated Utkal Divas at its Jharsuguda operations with vibrant festivities, paying tribute to the rich cultural heritage and resilient spirit of Odisha. The occasion brought together employees, their families, and members of the local community in a collective celebration of the state’s illustrious past and dynamic present.
A key highlight of the celebration was the felicitation of two eminent personalities for their outstanding contributions to society – Padma Shri Pramod Bhagat, internationally acclaimed para badminton champion, and Dr. Nruparaj Sahu, Registrar of Sambalpur University. The honours were conferred in the presence of Vedanta’s senior leadership, who praised the awardees as torchbearers of excellence and inspiration for the people of Odisha.
The celebration came alive with enthralling performances by renowned Odia vocalists Shashank Shekhar and Navya Jaiti, who filled the evening with soulful music that resonated deeply with the audience. Complementing the cultural festivities was a spread of authentic Odia cuisine, offering attendees a taste of the state’s rich culinary traditions
Adding to the immersive experience, the event also featured a vibrant showcase of Odisha’s folk art and craftsmanship. Employees and their families enthusiastically participated in creative competitions such as Jhoti Chita, rangoli, painting, and regional cuisine preparation—each capturing the artistic spirit that defines the state’s cultural identity
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Gupta, COO of Vedanta Aluminium, said: “Utkal Divas is a celebration of Odisha’s rich heritage and enduring spirit. At Vedanta, we take immense pride in being a part of this vibrant land and its inspiring journey. As we honour the traditions that shape the identity of the state, we remain committed to fostering inclusive development, preserving cultural legacies, and building a brighter future together with the communities we serve.”
The evening concluded with a felicitation ceremony for the winners of various cultural competitions, further fostering a sense of pride, participation, and togetherness among employees and their families.
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 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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