During the felicitation ceremony, BALCO proudly acknowledged the invaluable contributions of its cleanliness support and housekeeping staff to show gratitude to those responsible for maintaining a clean and pristine environment. The company identified dedicated staff members, including employees and business partners, and honored them as “Swachhta Yoddhas” or “cleanliness warriors” for their unwavering commitment to preserving cleanliness and fostering a healthy atmosphere within and around the BALCO plant. Over 30 individuals from the support staff were felicitated by the company.
BALCO also organized a Swachhta Rally within communities, with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of cleanliness and promoting a hygienic living environment. This rally received enthusiastic support from over 200 community members who rallied and participated in Swachhta Pakhwada. Notably, these participants also contributed to the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon and supported the cause ‘Run for Zero Hunger’ – a movement that translates every kilometer run into the number of meals for children in Nand Ghars, which are the modernized anganwadis supported by Vedanta.
Talking about this initiative, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO and Director, BALCO, said, “At BALCO, we believe in the transformative power of cleanliness, recognizing its profound influence on our environment and our collective well-being. Our unwavering commitment during Swachhta Pakhwada is a resounding testament to our dedication towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. Through our interventions, we aim to facilitate a positive transformation at both the personal and societal levels, nurturing a better future for all.”
Cleanliness is of paramount importance in BALCO’s work culture. The company meticulously adheres to the 5S methodology, which encompasses guidelines for ‘Sort,’ ‘Set in order,’ ‘Shine,’ ‘Standardize,’ and ‘Sustain,’ aiming at optimizing organization for efficiency and effectiveness. Cleanliness plays a vital role in this framework, describing it as necessary for workplace safety and efficiency. Employees at BALCO undergo sensitization, training, and continuous monitoring to maintain the cleanliness of their workspaces, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment for all.
About BALCO:
Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO) is a subsidiary of Vedanta Limited, operating a 0.57 million tonne per annum aluminium smelter in Korba, Chhattisgarh. It 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., 2.42 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. For more information, please log on to
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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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