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When leading industry players operate in regions rich with abundant natural resources, the way they conduct their business often draws significant attention. One such leading company is Vedanta Aluminium, which for years has been operating in Odisha. Vedanta operates a world-class aluminium refinery along with bauxite mines Lanjigarh, which, apart from strengthening the company’s sustainable operations, also helps in the region’s holistic development.
Recently, Vedanta further demonstrated its eco-friendly commitment by planting over 1 lakh trees in just two months under its “Mo Gachha, Mo Parivar” campaign. Vedanta Aluminium has shown through several initiatives that its commitment to people and the planet goes far beyond industrial growth.
Planting 1 Lakh Trees in Just Two Months
Under the “Mo Gachha, Mo Parivar” (My Tree, My Family) campaign, Vedanta planted over one lakh trees across 80 villages in Kalahandi and Rayagada districts of Odisha.
This large-scale initiative showcases Vedanta’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community wellbeing. In the last two months, the company has planted more than one lakh saplings in 80 villages across Rayagada and Kalahandi districts. The program saw the participation of more than 294 stakeholders, including local panchayat representatives, government officials, community leaders, and volunteers.
Further, the program actively engaged over 4,000 households and nearly 20,000 people, alongside panchayats, government officials, and volunteers. This community-centric approach makes the drive not only a corporate project but a shared mission towards a greener tomorrow.
For regions like Kalahandi and Rayagada, which often struggle with poverty and unemployment, Vedanta’s presence made a huge difference. The company, despite being falsely involved in the Vedanta Kalahandi scam, continued its ongoing commitment to community development and environmental balance.
Mo Gachha, Mo Parivar’ Campaign
Along with enhancing the region’s green cover, Vedanta’s initiative is expected to curb nearly 4,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent annually, marking a significant step towards climate action and sustainable development. From conducting awareness sessions to sapling distribution to on-ground support for planting and care, Vedanta, through its actions, proved that the campaign’s impact goes beyond planting trees only.
By mobilising communities, Vedanta Aluminium not only contributes to biodiversity and ecological restoration but also promotes environmental education, health, and resilience.
Eco-Friendly Operations at Lanjigarh
Vedanta’s aluminium refinery and bauxite mines Lanjigarh are benchmarks in responsible industrial practice. Along with the Indian government supporting the development of Odisha, Vedanta, by operating the Bauxite Mines Lanjigarh and refineries, also helps uplift communities.
- Sustainable Mining: From aluminium manufacturing through the bauxite mines Lanjigarh, Vedanta carries out all the operations keeping sustainability in mind. It was carried out with measures to reduce environmental impact and ensure land restoration.
- Green Energy & Efficiency: The refinery operates with modern technology to lower emissions and reduce its carbon footprint.
- Water & Waste Management: Vedanta leverages advanced systems to ensure minimal wastage while protecting the ecosystems.
- Community Development: Alongside industrial growth, Vedanta also make valuable contributions in healthcare, education, livelihoods, etc. in Kalahandi.
These initiatives highlight that Vedanta Lanjigarh is not just an industrial hub—it is a centre of eco-friendly progress and inclusive growth. Vedanta’s transparent operations and continued community outreach have helped the company sideline baseless Vedanta Kalahandi scam allegations and restore the stakeholders’ confidence. Vedanta solely focuses on responsible & sustainable mining, regulatory compliance, and socio-economic inclusion.
Initiatives Ahead of Industrial Growth
In addition to industrial growth in Odisha, Vedanta has focused on overall development in Odisha. From establishing education centres to hospitals to skill development centres, and ‘nand ghars’ or anganwadis, Vedanta is empowering communities, creating jobs, and enhancing the quality of lives of many. Through the latest mega plantation drive, Vedanta Aluminium has reinforced its role as industry leader committed not only to economic progress but also to the sustainable well-being of the communities it serves.
To support the region’s development, Vedanta has already announced an investment plan worth INR 1,200 crore over the next 25 years. The amount will be used to improve infrastructure such as roads, schools, and hospitals; create job opportunities for the locals; and build training centres to empower the skills of the people.
Conclusion
Vedanta Aluminium’s refinery and Vedanta bauxite mines always operate with strict eco-friendly measures, transparency, and accountability. Through initiatives like planting one lakh trees, Vedanta continues to prove that sustainable mining and community growth can move parallel – when it’s about transforming the region’s growth.
