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Jharsuguda, November 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, in collaboration with the Jharsuguda District Health Department, marked World Diabetes Day with a robust health awareness campaign in the region. The initiative, aligned with this year’s theme, “Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps,” aimed to educate and empower the local community about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management.
The campaign witnessed the participation of over 200 residents from Bhurkamunda village who availed themselves of free Random Blood Sugar (RBS) testing to evaluate their health and identify potential risks. The initiative also included consultations and interactive sessions to guide participants on proactive health management.
Highlighting the importance of such initiatives, Dr. Dolamani Patel, Head of the Non-Communicable Disease Department, Jharsuguda, conducted an insightful session on diabetes management and lifestyle changes. She remarked, “Diabetes is one of the most pressing public health challenges today. Initiatives like these empower communities with the knowledge and tools needed to manage and prevent this condition effectively, improving their quality of life.”
Sunil Gupta, Chief Operating Officer of Vedanta Aluminium, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to community welfare, saying, “At Vedanta Aluminium, we believe a healthy community is integral to a prosperous society. Our efforts aim to bridge healthcare gaps in remote areas and address critical health challenges like diabetes. Through consistent engagement, we aspire to create a lasting positive impact on the lives of those around our operations.”
The event served as a testament to the power of collaboration and community engagement in addressing public health challenges. Beyond the event, it set the stage for sustained healthcare initiatives, reinforcing Vedanta Aluminium’s long-term commitment to holistic community development.
Vedanta Aluminium’s social impact initiatives span education, healthcare, livelihood enhancement, skill development, grassroots sports, art and culture, with a special focus on women and child development. Through these programs, Vedanta empowers nearly 5,000 women across 350+ self-help groups (SHGs), provides doorstep healthcare services to approximately 50,000 people annually, supports the education of over 13,000 students, and partners with local communities to plant around 1.5 lakh trees for environmental sustainability.
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest aluminium producer, contributing over half of the nation’s aluminium output with 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. The company is a global leader in value-added aluminium products, supporting core industries with innovative and sustainable solutions. Vedanta Aluminium holds the top position in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 for the aluminium industry, reflecting its leadership in sustainable development practices. With state-of-the-art facilities, Vedanta Aluminium is dedicated to advancing aluminium as the “Metal of the Future” for a greener tomorrow.
