Every Plant will become a Memory and a Green Heritage: CEO R. K. Singh
5th June 2026
Balconagar, 5 June 2026: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, launched Smriti Udyan, a unique initiative dedicated to celebrating cherished memories while contributing to biodiversity, environmental conservation, and community well-being at Balconagar. The initiative was inaugurated by Mr. R.K. Singh, CEO & Director, BALCO, along with over 100 participants who planted Amaltas saplings as part of the programme.
Smriti Udyan is more than a plantation initiative, it is a space where every sapling is dedicated to loved ones who have enriched lives through their love, guidance, and inspiration. Each tree planted under the initiative will grow into a living legacy, contributing to cleaner air, biodiversity, environmental sustainability, and a greener future for generations to come.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. R.K. Singh, CEO & Director, BALCO, said, “BALCO and Smriti Udyan have celebrated the memories of loved ones through sapling plantation. Each Amaltas sapling planted today carries a personal story and will grow as a living tribute over time. As residents, it is our responsibility to ensure that our habitats are green and healthy, and initiatives such as this not only help keep memories afresh but also inculcate the practice of plantation.”
Smriti Udyan has been envisioned as a long-term initiative that will continue to connect people, memories, and nature for years to come. Going forward, employees, their families and union leaders will be able to plant saplings here to commemorate significant milestones such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, personal achievements, or in memory of loved ones. Over time, the garden will evolve into a vibrant landscape of stories, memories, and trees.
Amaltas saplings, known for their medicinal value and striking golden-yellow blossoms, have been planted as part of the initiative. In the coming years, these trees will further enhance the beauty of the township while supporting biodiversity by attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The species is also recognised for its contribution to ecological sustainability and climate resilience.
As part of its broader commitment to environmental stewardship, BALCO has planted nearly 4,000 saplings across various green spaces within the township over the past three months, including 2,000 Bougainvillea and 2,000 Pennsylvania plants. These efforts have strengthened the township’s green cover and enhanced its natural landscape. Balconagar is already home to several green spaces, including the Forest Walkway and Nehru Garden. Together, these plantation initiatives contribute to biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, and community engagement, reinforcing BALCO’s commitment to building a greener and more sustainable future.
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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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
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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
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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
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