Vedanta fuels Odisha’s economic dream: Must-see highlights from Make in Odisha 2025

Vedanta Aluminium, a leading name in the Indian industry, has long been associated with sustainability and social development activities, as reflected through numerous reported stances. The mining and manufacturing giant has yet again initiated a sustainability-promoting stint as it participates in the three-day Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, being held between January 28 and 30, 2025.

Located in Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 is an exclusive investment forum in East India dedicated to steering forward the economic growth of Odisha and subsequently positioning the Indian state as a globally competitive investment destination. The conclave intends participation from both domestic and international investors, positioning Odisha as the industrial powerhouse of Eastern India.

Visitors to Hall A-16 can partake in Vedanta Aluminium’s manufacturing excellence showcase, sustainability initiatives, and community development programmes. The pavilion features interactive displays, live demonstrations of Odisha’s traditional handicrafts, and audio-visual experiences offering a closer look at the company’s

advanced operations.

“Odisha is committed to becoming the industrial powerhouse of Eastern India, driving our nation’s growth towards “Viksit Bharat” by 2047. With seamless investor support and world-class infrastructure, we will forge a new path of prosperity and inclusivity, making Odisha the preferred destination for both domestic and global investments,” expressed Mr Mohan Charan Majhi, Chief Minister of Odisha.

This event will strike as a hub for putting a spotlight onto Odisha’s industrial strengths, strategic edges, and extensive growth opportunities. The Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 will feature a meticulously curated two-day agenda with intellect-tingling sessions, sectoral discussions, and thought leadership exchanges.

Mr Sampad Chandra Swain, Industries Minister of Odisha, conveyed, “Our vision for Odisha’s industrial growth is aligned with the national vision of a developed India. Together with the Central Government, we are building a future where Odisha stands as a gateway for trade, innovation, and industrial excellence, offering a seamless experience to every investor and entrepreneur who chooses to be part of this journey.”

Vedanta’s participation in the conclave is strategised to be led by Mr Anil Agarwal, Founder and Chairman, Vedanta Group, further bolstering its committed partnership with the Indian state and its long-spanning strides towards the state’s development.

Under his leadership, Vedanta Aluminium has been a pivotal patron to Odisha’s industrial growth, making close to 3 per cent of the state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) and driving investments of over INR 1 lakh crore, the company’s single most significant investment globally. With transformative projects like the 3.5 million tonnes per year alumina refinery in Lanjigarh and the 1.8 million tonnes per annum aluminium smelter in Jharsuguda, one of the largest in the world, Vedanta Aluminium is committed to value addition within the state by transforming Odisha’s abundant bauxite reserves into high-quality aluminium products for domestic and international markets.

As Vedanta Aluminium prepares to expand its operations, its focus remains steadfast on sustainability. The company’s commitment to achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2050 or sooner accentuates its dedication to responsible growth. By incorporating renewable energy sources

and pioneering sustainable practices such as planting over 1.3 million native saplings for progressive restoration of mined-out areas; Vedanta Aluminium has continually led the transformation of the state into a global benchmark for ‘green’ manufacturing.

Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium, i.e., 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries.

Vedanta Aluminium ranked 2nd in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 world rankings, where over 13000 companies were invited to participate by the host.

With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery, and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of promoting emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.