BALCO Celebrates India’s 78th Independence Day with a Vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’
Balconagar, 16th August 2024: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), India’s iconic aluminium producer and a part of Vedanta Aluminium, proudly celebrated the nation’s 78th Independence Day with a series of grand events involving employees and business partners within the plant premises.
The celebration commenced with the hoisting of the national flag by Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO & Director, BALCO, followed by the singing of the national anthem. In his inspiring address to the audience, he highlighted BALCO’s commitment to the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
Speaking about BALCO’s contribution to India’s growth story, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO and Director, BALCO, said, “As we celebrate the 78th Independence Day, BALCO continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s future. Our journey of over five decades has been marked by milestones that reflect our commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth. Our growth journey towards 1 MTPA aluminium production capacity is not just a testament to our capabilities, but also our dedication to contributing to a ‘Viksit Bharat.’ By harnessing operational excellence and innovation, fostering community development, and driving environmental stewardship, we are not only strengthening the aluminium industry but also reinforcing India’s position as a global leader in manufacturing. Together, we are building a self-reliant, prosperous nation for future generations.”
The event also featured a special Independence Day video, showcasing BALCO’s alignment with the ‘Viksit Bharat’ theme, illustrating how the company is a key supporter and enabler of this vision. The video captured the essence of BALCO’s commitment to nation-building through its business practices and its contribution to the socio-economic development of the region. In a continued tradition of community engagement, Mr. Kumar visited BALCO Hospital, where he distributed fresh fruit baskets to patients and personally enquired about their well-being.
In line with the Government of India’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign which invites every Indian to bring the Tiranga into their homes and proudly hoist it in celebration of the nation’s independence. BALCO employees also enthusiastically participated in this initiative showcasing their patriotic spirit and dedication to the nation.
BALCO’s Independence Day celebration was a vivid display of the company’s dedication to the principles of democracy and national development, with a renewed commitment to contributing to India’s journey towards a ‘Viksit Bharat.’
Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO) is India’s iconic aluminium producer. It is owned 51% by Vedanta Limited and 49% by the Government of India. BALCO is part of Vedanta’s Aluminium Business, a division of Vedanta Limited, which 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.
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, Namibia, and Australia. 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. Giving back is in the DNA of Vedanta, which is focused on enhancing the lives of local communities. Under the aegis of Vedanta Cares, the 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. Vedanta and its group companies have been featured in Dow Jones Sustainability Index 2020, and were conferred Frost & Sullivan Sustainability Awards 2020, CII Environmental Best Practices Award 2020, CSR Health Impact Award 2020, CII National Award 2020 for Excellence in Water Management, CII Digital Transformation Award 2020, ICSI National Award 2020 for excellence in Corporate Governance, People First HR Excellence Award 2020, ‘Company with Great Managers 2020’ by People Business and certified as a Great Place to Work 2021. Vedanta’s flagship Nand Ghar Project was identified as best CSR project by the Government of Rajasthan. Vedanta Limited is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India and has ADRs listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
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