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JHARSUGUDA, JULY 07, 2023
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, commemorated the grand inauguration and consecration ceremony of the newly constructed Shree Jagannath Mandir at its township, Vedanta Meadows, in Jharsuguda on Thursday.
Spanning an impressive expanse of 19,500 square feet, with the majestic Meghanada Prachira covering 9,500 square feet, the Shree Jagannath Mandir stands as a remarkable testament to architectural brilliance. Drawing inspiration from the timeless grandeur of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, every aspect of this temple has been meticulously crafted in accordance with Vastu Shastra, ensuring that each detail reflects the divine essence and sanctity treasured by centuries of tradition. Notable sectional structures include the Natamandap, Jagamohan, Rekha Mandir, Maa Laxmi Mandir, and Maa Bimala Mandir. Additionally, the temple complex features dedicated shrines for Lord Lokanath, Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesh, and the stambhas (pillars) of Aruna and Garuda.
The distinguished presence of Odisha’s Industries Minister Pratap Keshari Deb, Brajrajnagar MLA Alka Mohanty and Jharsuguda MLA Dipali Das added grace and honor to the auspicious ceremony.
Addressing the attendees, Vedanta Aluminium COO Sunil Gupta said, “Over a year ago, the Bhumi pooja for the construction of the temple was performed; and today, we are witnessing a resplendent house of worship that has been designed meticulously, aligning to the sacred traditions of the revered Jagannath Temple in Puri. The new temple will serve as a place of worship and harmony for the entire community.”
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.29 million tonnes in FY23. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2022 world rankings for aluminium industry, a reflection of its 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.
