The Business Bytes
Rayagada, May 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has expanded its Mobile Health Unit (MHU) services to the rural areas surrounding the Sijimali mines in Rayagada and Kalahandi districts of Odisha. This initiative aims to provide essential and quality healthcare services at the doorstep of communities, improving healthcare access in remote villages. The MHU services will benefit over 10,000 individuals across 40 villages near the Sijimali mines. Vedanta Aluminium’s MHU services already reach approximately 200,000 people in over 100 villages across Odisha.
The Mobile Health Unit is a specialized van equipped with essential medical equipment and medicines, staffed by a qualified doctor, nurse, lab technician, and pharmacist. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including medical check-ups, blood sugar tests, and the provision of free medicines. Furthermore, the MHU conducts regular awareness sessions to provide preventive care, bolstering the overall well-being of the communities it serves.
Nitish Jha, Medical Officer In-charge at Thuamul Rampur village, commended Vedanta’s initiative, stating, “Vedanta’s proactive role in community development in remote areas is commendable. By meeting the healthcare needs of residents, they are creating a healthier future and ensuring that everyone has access to basic medical care.”
Malati Majhi, a local accredited social health activist, highlighted the impact of the MHU, saying, “The Mobile Health Unit is a thoughtful initiative, especially for villages lacking access to quality healthcare. Vedanta is bridging the gap by bringing necessary medical care directly to the residents.”
Vedanta Aluminium’s Mines team is at the forefront of driving community development through strategic interventions in education, healthcare, livelihood, rural infrastructure, and grassroots sports and culture. One significant initiative is the establishment of Vedanta Nand Ghars, modernized anganwadis that serve as dynamic community hubs for the comprehensive development of children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers, offering quality healthcare and nutritional support. These efforts demonstrate the company’s commitment to positively impacting lives within and beyond its operational areas, fostering community growth and advancement.
Through close collaboration with local authorities, welfare organizations, and community members, Vedanta Aluminium is actively steering socio-economic transformation in rural Odisha. By addressing specific community needs and working towards their fulfillment, the company plays a pivotal role in promoting collective well-being.
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest aluminium producer, manufacturing over 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products for critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks first in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023 world rankings for the aluminium industry, reflecting its leading sustainable development practices. With world-class aluminium smelters, an alumina refinery, and power plants, Vedanta Aluminium is committed to advancing aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.
