BALCO’s Sustainability Month Draws Participation of Over 2,600 People

KORBA, October 28: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, concluded Sustainability Month 2026 with the participation of over 2,600 employees, business partners, families, students and community members. The month-long campaign focused on promoting environmental awareness, responsible practices and collective action towards a sustainable future.

A series of initiatives, including the WADI Plantation Drive, pond restoration, seed ball making and the street play ‘Mausam Ka Hisab’, highlighted key aspects of sustainability. Interactive safety activities and community engagement programmes further encouraged participants to adopt environmentally responsible practices in their daily lives.

The campaign culminated in a Sustainability Carnival, which witnessed the participation of over 800 students. The event featured interactive activities on waste segregation, biodiversity conservation, seed ball making and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices.

Organised in collaboration with the Forest Department, horticulture awareness sessions highlighted the importance of native and medicinal plants. Traditional activities such as pottery making and Kosa weaving showcased the role of indigenous knowledge in promoting sustainable livelihoods and preserving local heritage.

Exhibitions featuring products made by women entrepreneurs, self-help groups and local producer collectives also highlighted the potential of sustainable practices to strengthen livelihoods and support community development.

Rajesh Singh, CEO and Whole-time Director of BALCO, said sustainability was about the choices made today and the legacy left for future generations. He emphasised that businesses had a vital role in ensuring that economic growth remained socially inclusive and environmentally responsible.

He added that sustainability at BALCO extended beyond processes and targets, forming an integral part of the company’s approach to operations, innovation and value creation for employees, communities and the nation.

Through Sustainability Month 2026, BALCO reaffirmed its commitment to integrating sustainable practices into its operations and neighbouring communities while encouraging greater awareness, participation and responsible choices.